Rajowa - Laroka, Rajouri
Rajowa is a village situated in the Laroka tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 21 km from Nowshera and around 67 km from Rajouri. Lam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajowa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajowa is 001555. The village covers a total geographical area of 505.5 hectares and falls under the 185151 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Rajowa 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 Rajowa
As per Census 2011, Rajowa village has a total population of 727 people, consisting of 372 males and 355 females. The village has 147 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 410 literate and 317 illiterate residents. Additionally, 214 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 409 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajowa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 727 | 372 | 355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 78 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 214 | 108 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 409 | 208 | 201 |
| Literate Population | 410 | 240 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 132 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Rajowa
Rajowa 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 Rajowa
Rajowa 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 Rajouri to Rajowa is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajowa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajowa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rajowa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajowa 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rajowa
Where is Rajowa located?
Rajowa village is located in Laroka Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajowa?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajowa is Lam.
What is the pincode of Rajowa?
The pincode of Rajowa is 185151.
What is the population of Rajowa?
Rajowa has a total population of 727, including 372 males and 355 females.
How many households are there in Rajowa?
There are 147 households in Rajowa.
What is the literacy rate in Rajowa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajowa is 56.40%. Male literacy is 64.52% and female literacy is 47.89%.