Ujhan - Darhal, Rajouri
Ujhan is a village situated in the Darhal tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darhal and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Ujhan-a serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Ujhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ujhan is 001310. The village covers a total geographical area of 1093.5 hectares and falls under the 185135 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Ujhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ujhan
According to the 2011 Census, Ujhan village had a total population of 4,727 people, including 2,507 males and 2,220 females, living in 925 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.23%, with male literacy at 79.01% and female literacy at 62.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,156.
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 | 4,727 | 2,507 | 2,220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 709 | 411 | 298 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,156 | 1,131 | 1,025 |
| Literate Population | 2,862 | 1,656 | 1,206 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,865 | 851 | 1,014 |
Nearby Villages of Ujhan
Ujhan 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 Ujhan
Ujhan 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 | 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 Rajouri to Ujhan is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ujhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ujhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ujhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ujhan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ujhan
Where is Ujhan located?
Ujhan village is located in Darhal Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Ujhan?
The Halqa Panchayat of Ujhan is Ujhan-a.
What is the pincode of Ujhan?
The pincode of Ujhan is 185135.
What is the population of Ujhan?
Ujhan had a total population of 4,727, including 2,507 males and 2,220 females.
How many households are there in Ujhan?
Ujhan had 925 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ujhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ujhan was 71.23%. Male literacy was 79.01% and female literacy was 62.75%.