Nallah - Sunderbani, Rajouri
Nallah is a village situated in the Sunderbani tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sunderbani and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Nallah village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nallah is 001615. The village covers a total geographical area of 276.4 hectares and falls under the 185153 pincode. Sunderbani is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Nallah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nallah
According to the 2011 Census, Nallah village had a total population of 701 people, including 351 males and 350 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.65%, with male literacy at 86.91% and female literacy at 68.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 701 | 351 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 53 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 462 | 259 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 92 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Nallah
Nallah 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 Nallah
Nallah 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunderbani to Nallah is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Nallah 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 Nallah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nallah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nallah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nallah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nallah
Where is Nallah located?
Nallah village is located in Sunderbani Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nallah?
Nallah is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nallah?
The pincode of Nallah is 185153.
What is the population of Nallah?
Nallah had a total population of 701, including 351 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Nallah?
Nallah had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nallah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nallah was 77.65%. Male literacy was 86.91% and female literacy was 68.35%.