Bassi Jamwal - Hiranagar, Kathua
Bassi Jamwal is a village situated in the Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiranagar and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Jandi serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Bassi Jamwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bassi Jamwal is 002030. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 184142 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bassi Jamwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bassi Jamwal
According to the 2011 Census, Bassi Jamwal village had a total population of 360 people, including 188 males and 172 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.93%, with male literacy at 96.97% and female literacy at 86.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 360 | 188 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 296 | 160 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 28 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Bassi Jamwal
Bassi Jamwal 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 Bassi Jamwal
Bassi Jamwal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Bassi Jamwal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiranagar to Bassi Jamwal is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Bassi Jamwal is about 39 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 Bassi Jamwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bassi Jamwal 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 Bassi Jamwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bassi Jamwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bassi Jamwal
Where is Bassi Jamwal located?
Bassi Jamwal village is located in Hiranagar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Bassi Jamwal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Bassi Jamwal is Jandi.
What is the pincode of Bassi Jamwal?
The pincode of Bassi Jamwal is 184142.
What is the population of Bassi Jamwal?
Bassi Jamwal had a total population of 360, including 188 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Bassi Jamwal?
Bassi Jamwal had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bassi Jamwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bassi Jamwal was 91.93%. Male literacy was 96.97% and female literacy was 86.62%.