Mamka - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Mamka is a village situated in the R. S. Pura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from R.s.pura and around 212 km from Jammu. Bhou serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Mamka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mamka is 006028. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.5 hectares and falls under the 181101 pincode. R.s.pura is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Mamka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the RS Pura South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mamka
According to the 2011 Census, Mamka village had a total population of 748 people, including 380 males and 368 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.53%, with male literacy at 89.02% and female literacy at 71.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 275, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 748 | 380 | 368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 144 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 4 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 550 | 308 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 72 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Mamka
Mamka 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 Mamka
Mamka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 R.s.pura to Mamka is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Mamka is about 212 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mamka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mamka 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mamka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mamka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mamka
Where is Mamka located?
Mamka village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Mamka?
The Halqa Panchayat of Mamka is Bhou.
What is the pincode of Mamka?
The pincode of Mamka is 181101.
What is the population of Mamka?
Mamka had a total population of 748, including 380 males and 368 females.
How many households are there in Mamka?
Mamka had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mamka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mamka was 80.53%. Male literacy was 89.02% and female literacy was 71.81%.