Najote - Lohai Malhar, Kathua
Najote is a village situated in the Lohai Malhar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Billawar and around 60 km from Kathua. Najote village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Najote is 001664. The village covers a total geographical area of 2007 hectares and falls under the 184204 pincode. Billawar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Najote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Najote
According to the 2011 Census, Najote village had a total population of 2,806 people, including 1,489 males and 1,317 females, living in 461 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.95%, with male literacy at 57.92% and female literacy at 32.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 737, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 591.
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 | 2,806 | 1,489 | 1,317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 523 | 270 | 253 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 737 | 385 | 352 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 591 | 305 | 286 |
| Literate Population | 1,049 | 706 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,757 | 783 | 974 |
Nearby Villages of Najote
Najote 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 Najote
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Najote.
| 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 Billawar to Najote is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Najote is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Najote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Najote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Najote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Najote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Najote
Where is Najote located?
Najote village is located in Lohai Malhar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Najote?
Najote is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Najote?
The pincode of Najote is 184204.
What is the population of Najote?
Najote had a total population of 2,806, including 1,489 males and 1,317 females.
How many households are there in Najote?
Najote had 461 households.
What is the literacy rate in Najote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Najote was 45.95%. Male literacy was 57.92% and female literacy was 32.24%.