Fagal - Chowki Choura, Jammu
Fagal is a village situated in the Chowki Choura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 36 km from Akhnoor and around 64 km from Jammu. Gangal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fagal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fagal is 005453. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.8 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Fagal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akhnoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fagal
As per Census 2011, Fagal village has a total population of 248 people, consisting of 117 males and 131 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 1,119 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 153 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fagal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 248 | 117 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 84 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 33 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Fagal
Fagal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Fagal
Public transport in the Fagal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akhnoor to Fagal is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Fagal is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fagal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fagal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Fagal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fagal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Fagal
Where is Fagal located?
Fagal village is located in Chowki Choura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fagal?
The Gram Panchayat of Fagal is Gangal.
What is the pincode of Fagal?
The pincode of Fagal is 181201.
What is the population of Fagal?
Fagal has a total population of 248, including 117 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Fagal?
There are 47 households in Fagal.
What is the literacy rate in Fagal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fagal is 61.69%. Male literacy is 71.79% and female literacy is 52.67%.