Amuwala - Ramkote, Kathua
Amuwala is a village situated in the Ramkote tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 45 km from Billawar and around 80 km from Kathua. Amuala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amuwala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amuwala is 001675. The village covers a total geographical area of 435 hectares and falls under the 184205 pincode. Billawar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Amuwala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Billawar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amuwala
As per Census 2011, Amuwala village has a total population of 1,602 people, consisting of 838 males and 764 females. The village has 314 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 242 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 988 literate and 614 illiterate residents. Additionally, 448 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amuwala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,602 | 838 | 764 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 139 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 448 | 235 | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 988 | 581 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 614 | 257 | 357 |
Nearby Villages of Amuwala
Amuwala 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 Amuwala
Amuwala 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Billawar to Amuwala is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Amuwala is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amuwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amuwala 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Amuwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amuwala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Amuwala
Where is Amuwala located?
Amuwala village is located in Ramkote Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amuwala?
The Gram Panchayat of Amuwala is Amuala.
What is the pincode of Amuwala?
The pincode of Amuwala is 184205.
What is the population of Amuwala?
Amuwala has a total population of 1,602, including 838 males and 764 females.
How many households are there in Amuwala?
There are 314 households in Amuwala.
What is the literacy rate in Amuwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amuwala is 61.67%. Male literacy is 69.33% and female literacy is 53.27%.