Sarmal - Dansal, Jammu
Sarmal is a village situated in the Dansal tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 39 km from Jammu and around 39 km from Jammu. Dansal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarmal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarmal is 005685. The village covers a total geographical area of 191.8 hectares and falls under the 181224 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Sarmal 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 Sarmal
As per Census 2011, Sarmal village has a total population of 477 people, consisting of 255 males and 222 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 364 literate and 113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 55 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarmal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 477 | 255 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 76 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 364 | 209 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 46 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Sarmal
Sarmal 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 Sarmal
Public transport in the Sarmal is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jammu to Sarmal is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Sarmal is about 39 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 Sarmal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarmal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sarmal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarmal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarmal
Where is Sarmal located?
Sarmal village is located in Dansal Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarmal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarmal is Dansal.
What is the pincode of Sarmal?
The pincode of Sarmal is 181224.
What is the population of Sarmal?
Sarmal has a total population of 477, including 255 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Sarmal?
There are 101 households in Sarmal.
What is the literacy rate in Sarmal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarmal is 76.31%. Male literacy is 81.96% and female literacy is 69.82%.