Alal - Thana Mandi, Rajouri
Alal is a village situated in the Thana Mandi tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from Thanamandi and around 24 km from Rajouri. Alal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alal is 001278. The village covers a total geographical area of 1429 hectares and falls under the 185212 pincode. Thanamandi is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Alal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Alal
As per Census 2011, Alal village has a total population of 2,267 people, consisting of 1,188 males and 1,079 females. The village has 418 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 459 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,032 literate and 1,235 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,758 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,267 | 1,188 | 1,079 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 459 | 253 | 206 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,758 | 917 | 841 |
| Literate Population | 1,032 | 673 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,235 | 515 | 720 |
Nearby Villages of Alal
Alal 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 Alal
Public transport in the Alal 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 Thanamandi to Alal is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Alal is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Alal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alal 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Alal
Where is Alal located?
Alal village is located in Thana Mandi Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alal?
Alal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alal?
The pincode of Alal is 185212.
What is the population of Alal?
Alal has a total population of 2,267, including 1,188 males and 1,079 females.
How many households are there in Alal?
There are 418 households in Alal.
What is the literacy rate in Alal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alal is 45.52%. Male literacy is 56.65% and female literacy is 33.27%.