Kalal - Nowshera, Rajouri
Kalal is a village situated in the Nowshera tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 19 km from Nowshera and around 75 km from Rajouri. Deeing serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalal is 001600. The village covers a total geographical area of 934.4 hectares and falls under the 185151 pincode. Nowshera is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Kalal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kalal
As per Census 2011, Kalal village has a total population of 830 people, consisting of 433 males and 397 females. The village has 213 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 560 literate and 270 illiterate residents. Additionally, 260 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 830 | 433 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 69 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 137 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 560 | 322 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 270 | 111 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Kalal
Kalal 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 Kalal
Public transport in the Kalal is mainly available through shared van 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 Kalal is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Kalal is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalal
Where is Kalal located?
Kalal village is located in Nowshera Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalal is Deeing.
What is the pincode of Kalal?
The pincode of Kalal is 185151.
What is the population of Kalal?
Kalal has a total population of 830, including 433 males and 397 females.
How many households are there in Kalal?
There are 213 households in Kalal.
What is the literacy rate in Kalal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalal is 67.47%. Male literacy is 74.36% and female literacy is 59.95%.