Hatthal - Sunderbani, Rajouri
Hatthal is a village situated in the Sunderbani tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sunderbani and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Hathal-b serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hatthal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hatthal is 001613. The village covers a total geographical area of 2529.7 hectares and falls under the 185203 pincode. Sunderbani is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Hatthal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hatthal
As per Census 2011, Hatthal village has a total population of 3,287 people, consisting of 1,705 males and 1,582 females. The village has 733 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 516 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,046 literate and 1,241 illiterate residents. Additionally, 129 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 637 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hatthal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,287 | 1,705 | 1,582 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 516 | 265 | 251 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 70 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 637 | 327 | 310 |
| Literate Population | 2,046 | 1,181 | 865 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,241 | 524 | 717 |
Nearby Villages of Hatthal
Hatthal 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 Hatthal
Hatthal 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunderbani to Hatthal is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Hatthal is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hatthal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hatthal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hatthal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hatthal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hatthal
Where is Hatthal located?
Hatthal village is located in Sunderbani Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hatthal?
The Gram Panchayat of Hatthal is Hathal-b.
What is the pincode of Hatthal?
The pincode of Hatthal is 185203.
What is the population of Hatthal?
Hatthal has a total population of 3,287, including 1,705 males and 1,582 females.
How many households are there in Hatthal?
There are 733 households in Hatthal.
What is the literacy rate in Hatthal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hatthal is 62.25%. Male literacy is 69.27% and female literacy is 54.68%.