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
As per Census 2011, Bomal village has a total population of 1,776 people, consisting of 951 males and 825 females. The village has 387 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,167 literate and 609 illiterate residents. Additionally, 646 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bomal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,776 | 951 | 825 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 123 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 646 | 346 | 300 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,776, including 951 males and 825 females.
How many households are there in Bomal?
There are 387 households in Bomal.
What is the literacy rate in Bomal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bomal is 65.71%. Male literacy is 71.92% and female literacy is 58.55%.