Jhajjar Kotli - Dansal, Jammu
Jhajjar Kotli is a village situated in the Dansal tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 35 km from Jammu and around 35 km from Jammu. Jhajjar Kotli village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhajjar Kotli is 005681. The village covers a total geographical area of 484.4 hectares and falls under the 181224 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 303 km away.
Jhajjar Kotli 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 Jhajjar Kotli
According to the 2011 Census, Jhajjar Kotli village had a total population of 1,642 people, including 845 males and 797 females, living in 296 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.62%, with male literacy at 77.67% and female literacy at 61.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 269, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 315.
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 | 1,642 | 845 | 797 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 115 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 269 | 144 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 315 | 156 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 997 | 567 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 645 | 278 | 367 |
Nearby Villages of Jhajjar Kotli
Jhajjar Kotli 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 Jhajjar Kotli
Jhajjar Kotli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Jhajjar Kotli has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jammu to Jhajjar Kotli is about 303 km, with a usual travel time of around ~8.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Jhajjar Kotli is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhajjar Kotli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhajjar Kotli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jhajjar Kotli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhajjar Kotli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhajjar Kotli
Where is Jhajjar Kotli located?
Jhajjar Kotli village is located in Dansal Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Jhajjar Kotli?
Jhajjar Kotli is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jhajjar Kotli?
The pincode of Jhajjar Kotli is 181224.
What is the population of Jhajjar Kotli?
Jhajjar Kotli had a total population of 1,642, including 845 males and 797 females.
How many households are there in Jhajjar Kotli?
Jhajjar Kotli had 296 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhajjar Kotli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhajjar Kotli was 69.62%. Male literacy was 77.67% and female literacy was 61.25%.