Bambal - Khawas, Rajouri
Bambal is a village situated in the Khawas tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 96 km from Budhal and around 75 km from Rajouri. Narla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bambal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bambal is 001483. The village covers a total geographical area of 205.6 hectares and falls under the 185201 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Bambal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bambal
According to the 2011 Census, Bambal village had a total population of 392 people, including 198 males and 194 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.13%, with male literacy at 40.94% and female literacy at 28.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 316.
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 | 392 | 198 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 49 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 316 | 154 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 61 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 137 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Bambal
Bambal 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 Bambal
Public transport in the Bambal is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Rajouri to Bambal is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bambal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bambal 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 Bambal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bambal 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bambal
Where is Bambal located?
Bambal village is located in Khawas Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bambal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bambal is Narla.
What is the pincode of Bambal?
The pincode of Bambal is 185201.
What is the population of Bambal?
Bambal had a total population of 392, including 198 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Bambal?
Bambal had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bambal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bambal was 35.13%. Male literacy was 40.94% and female literacy was 28.46%.