Saroola - Manjakote, Rajouri
Saroola is a village situated in the Manjakote tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from Rajouri and around 2 km from Rajouri. Saroola Lower serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saroola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saroola is 001326. The village covers a total geographical area of 355.7 hectares and falls under the 185131 pincode. Distan.ce is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Saroola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saroola
As per Census 2011, Saroola village has a total population of 1,670 people, consisting of 832 males and 838 females. The village has 311 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 315 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 850 literate and 820 illiterate residents. Additionally, 453 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saroola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,670 | 832 | 838 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 315 | 176 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 453 | 229 | 224 |
| Literate Population | 850 | 490 | 360 |
| Illiterate Population | 820 | 342 | 478 |
Nearby Villages of Saroola
Saroola 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 Saroola
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Saroola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Distan.ce to Saroola is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Saroola is about 2 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saroola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saroola 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 Saroola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saroola 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 Saroola
Where is Saroola located?
Saroola village is located in Manjakote Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saroola?
The Gram Panchayat of Saroola is Saroola Lower.
What is the pincode of Saroola?
The pincode of Saroola is 185131.
What is the population of Saroola?
Saroola has a total population of 1,670, including 832 males and 838 females.
How many households are there in Saroola?
There are 311 households in Saroola.
What is the literacy rate in Saroola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saroola is 50.90%. Male literacy is 58.89% and female literacy is 42.96%.