Roulka - Bani, Kathua
Roulka is a village situated in the Bani tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bani and around 168 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Roulka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Roulka is 001759. The village covers a total geographical area of 2256 hectares and falls under the 184206 pincode. Bani is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Roulka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Roulka
As per Census 2011, Roulka village has a total population of 1,674 people, consisting of 893 males and 781 females. The village has 301 households and a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males. There are 311 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 723 literate and 951 illiterate residents. Additionally, 310 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 123 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Roulka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,674 | 893 | 781 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 311 | 180 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 310 | 156 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 68 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 723 | 474 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 951 | 419 | 532 |
Nearby Villages of Roulka
Roulka 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 Roulka
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Roulka.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bani to Roulka is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Roulka is about 168 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Roulka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Roulka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Roulka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Roulka 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 Roulka
Where is Roulka located?
Roulka village is located in Bani Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Roulka?
Roulka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Roulka?
The pincode of Roulka is 184206.
What is the population of Roulka?
Roulka has a total population of 1,674, including 893 males and 781 females.
How many households are there in Roulka?
There are 301 households in Roulka.
What is the literacy rate in Roulka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Roulka is 43.19%. Male literacy is 53.08% and female literacy is 31.88%.