Jambal - Dansal, Jammu
Jambal is a village situated in the Dansal tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 65 km from Jammu and around 65 km from Jammu. Bhatyari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jambal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jambal is 005727. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.1 hectares and falls under the 181224 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Jambal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jambal
As per Census 2011, Jambal village has a total population of 417 people, consisting of 220 males and 197 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 243 literate and 174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 282 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jambal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 417 | 220 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 47 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 154 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 136 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 84 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Jambal
Jambal 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 Jambal
Jambal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jambal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jammu to Jambal is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jambal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jambal 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jambal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jambal 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jambal
Where is Jambal located?
Jambal village is located in Dansal Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jambal?
The Gram Panchayat of Jambal is Bhatyari.
What is the pincode of Jambal?
The pincode of Jambal is 181224.
What is the population of Jambal?
Jambal has a total population of 417, including 220 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Jambal?
There are 78 households in Jambal.
What is the literacy rate in Jambal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jambal is 58.27%. Male literacy is 61.82% and female literacy is 54.31%.