Andhrooth - Qila Darhal, Rajouri
Andhrooth is a village situated in the Qila Darhal tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 55 km from Rajouri and around 55 km from Rajouri. Androoth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andhrooth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andhrooth is 001411. The village covers a total geographical area of 2441.9 hectares and falls under the 185151 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Andhrooth village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Andhrooth
As per Census 2011, Andhrooth village has a total population of 2,622 people, consisting of 1,307 males and 1,315 females. The village has 560 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 557 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,160 literate and 1,462 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,266 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Andhrooth are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,622 | 1,307 | 1,315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 557 | 280 | 277 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,266 | 1,123 | 1,143 |
| Literate Population | 1,160 | 687 | 473 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,462 | 620 | 842 |
Transport and Connectivity of Andhrooth
Andhrooth 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 Andhrooth is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Andhrooth is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andhrooth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andhrooth 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 Andhrooth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andhrooth village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Andhrooth
Where is Andhrooth located?
Andhrooth village is located in Qila Darhal Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andhrooth?
The Gram Panchayat of Andhrooth is Androoth.
What is the pincode of Andhrooth?
The pincode of Andhrooth is 185151.
What is the population of Andhrooth?
Andhrooth has a total population of 2,622, including 1,307 males and 1,315 females.
How many households are there in Andhrooth?
There are 560 households in Andhrooth.
What is the literacy rate in Andhrooth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andhrooth is 44.24%. Male literacy is 52.56% and female literacy is 35.97%.