Sroh - Kalakote, Rajouri
Sroh is a village situated in the Kalakote tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalakote and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Mallurian serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Sroh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sroh is 001528. The village covers a total geographical area of 341.1 hectares and falls under the 185202 pincode. Sunderbani is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Sroh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sroh
According to the 2011 Census, Sroh village had a total population of 790 people, including 423 males and 367 females, living in 197 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.33%, with male literacy at 67.98% and female literacy at 42.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 327.
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 | 790 | 423 | 367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 67 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 327 | 180 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 242 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 181 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Sroh
Sroh 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 Sroh
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sroh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sunderbani to Sroh is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Sroh is about 40 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 Sroh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sroh 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 Sroh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sroh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sroh
Where is Sroh located?
Sroh village is located in Kalakote Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Sroh?
The Halqa Panchayat of Sroh is Mallurian.
What is the pincode of Sroh?
The pincode of Sroh is 185202.
What is the population of Sroh?
Sroh had a total population of 790, including 423 males and 367 females.
How many households are there in Sroh?
Sroh had 197 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sroh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sroh was 56.33%. Male literacy was 67.98% and female literacy was 42.86%.