Siterwala - Jourian, Jammu
Siterwala is a village situated in the Jourian tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 21 km from Akhnoor and around 49 km from Jammu. Bandwal serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Siterwala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siterwala is 005584. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.8 hectares and falls under the 181203 pincode. Jourian is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Siterwala 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 Siterwala
According to the 2011 Census, Siterwala village had a total population of 142 people, including 64 males and 78 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,219 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.79%, with male literacy at 92.16% and female literacy at 76.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54.
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 | 142 | 64 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 47 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 17 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Siterwala
Siterwala 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 Siterwala
Siterwala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Jourian to Siterwala is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Siterwala is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siterwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siterwala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Siterwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siterwala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Siterwala
Where is Siterwala located?
Siterwala village is located in Jourian Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Siterwala?
The Halqa Panchayat of Siterwala is Bandwal.
What is the pincode of Siterwala?
The pincode of Siterwala is 181203.
What is the population of Siterwala?
Siterwala had a total population of 142, including 64 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Siterwala?
Siterwala had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siterwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siterwala was 82.79%. Male literacy was 92.16% and female literacy was 76.06%.