Jamola - Koteranka, Rajouri
Jamola is a village situated in the Koteranka tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 30 km from Budhal and around 35 km from Rajouri. Jamola Lower serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamola is 001465. The village covers a total geographical area of 1457.7 hectares and falls under the 185132 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Jamola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jamola
As per Census 2011, Jamola village has a total population of 4,201 people, consisting of 2,137 males and 2,064 females. The village has 809 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 926 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,638 literate and 2,563 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,689 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,201 | 2,137 | 2,064 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 926 | 492 | 434 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,689 | 876 | 813 |
| Literate Population | 1,638 | 1,001 | 637 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,563 | 1,136 | 1,427 |
Nearby Villages of Jamola
Jamola 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 Jamola
Public transport in the Jamola 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 Jamola is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamola 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 Jamola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamola
Where is Jamola located?
Jamola village is located in Koteranka Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamola?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamola is Jamola Lower.
What is the pincode of Jamola?
The pincode of Jamola is 185132.
What is the population of Jamola?
Jamola has a total population of 4,201, including 2,137 males and 2,064 females.
How many households are there in Jamola?
There are 809 households in Jamola.
What is the literacy rate in Jamola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamola is 38.99%. Male literacy is 46.84% and female literacy is 30.86%.