Juthal - Chowki Choura, Jammu
Juthal is a village situated in the Chowki Choura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 30 km from Akhnoor and around 58 km from Jammu. Juthal Balsaroo serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Juthal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Juthal is 005431. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.1 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Juthal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Juthal
According to the 2011 Census, Juthal village had a total population of 79 people, including 39 males and 40 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.24%, with male literacy at 85.29% and female literacy at 62.16%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 79 | 39 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 10 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Juthal
Juthal 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 Juthal
Juthal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Juthal is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Juthal is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Juthal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Juthal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Juthal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Juthal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Juthal
Where is Juthal located?
Juthal village is located in Chowki Choura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Juthal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Juthal is Juthal Balsaroo.
What is the pincode of Juthal?
The pincode of Juthal is 181201.
What is the population of Juthal?
Juthal had a total population of 79, including 39 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Juthal?
Juthal had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Juthal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Juthal was 73.24%. Male literacy was 85.29% and female literacy was 62.16%.