Bomal - Jourian, Jammu
Bomal is a village situated in the Jourian tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 1 km from Akhnoor and around 35 km from Jammu. Bomal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bomal is 005527. The village covers a total geographical area of 176.9 hectares and falls under the 181202 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Bomal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhamb Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bomal
According to the 2011 Census, Bomal village had a total population of 1,776 people, including 951 males and 825 females, living in 387 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 82.61% and female literacy at 66.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 646.
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 | 1,776 | 951 | 825 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 123 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 646 | 346 | 300 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,167 | 684 | 483 |
| Illiterate Population | 609 | 267 | 342 |
Nearby Villages of Bomal
Bomal 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 Bomal
Bomal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Akhnoor to Bomal is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Bomal 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 Bomal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bomal 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 Bomal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bomal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bomal
Where is Bomal located?
Bomal village is located in Jourian Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bomal?
Bomal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bomal?
The pincode of Bomal is 181202.
What is the population of Bomal?
Bomal had a total population of 1,776, including 951 males and 825 females.
How many households are there in Bomal?
Bomal had 387 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bomal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bomal was 75.00%. Male literacy was 82.61% and female literacy was 66.35%.