Jajote Kandu - Laroka, Rajouri
Jajote Kandu is a village situated in the Laroka tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 24 km from Nowshera and around 85 km from Rajouri. Pukherni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jajote Kandu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jajote Kandu is 001554. The village covers a total geographical area of 1622.4 hectares and falls under the 185151 pincode. Nowshera is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Jajote Kandu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nowshera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jajote Kandu
According to the 2011 Census, Jajote Kandu village had a total population of 445 people, including 221 males and 224 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.62%, with male literacy at 62.58% and female literacy at 42.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 439.
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 | 445 | 221 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 58 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 439 | 218 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 102 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 119 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Jajote Kandu
Jajote Kandu 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 Jajote Kandu
Jajote Kandu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nowshera to Jajote Kandu is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Jajote Kandu is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jajote Kandu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jajote Kandu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jajote Kandu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jajote Kandu 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 Jajote Kandu
Where is Jajote Kandu located?
Jajote Kandu village is located in Laroka Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jajote Kandu?
The Gram Panchayat of Jajote Kandu is Pukherni.
What is the pincode of Jajote Kandu?
The pincode of Jajote Kandu is 185151.
What is the population of Jajote Kandu?
Jajote Kandu had a total population of 445, including 221 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Jajote Kandu?
Jajote Kandu had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jajote Kandu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jajote Kandu was 52.62%. Male literacy was 62.58% and female literacy was 42.59%.