Farole - Ramnagar, Udhampur
Farole is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Blandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Farole village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Farole is 005115. The village covers a total geographical area of 264.7 hectares and falls under the 182122 pincode. Udhampur is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Farole village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Farole
According to the 2011 Census, Farole village had a total population of 643 people, including 336 males and 307 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.69%, with male literacy at 73.06% and female literacy at 53.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 115.
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 | 643 | 336 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 65 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 62 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 198 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 138 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Farole
Farole 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 Farole
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Farole.
| 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 Udhampur to Farole is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Farole
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Farole 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Farole
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Farole 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Farole
Where is Farole located?
Farole village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Farole?
The Gram Panchayat of Farole is Blandh.
What is the pincode of Farole?
The pincode of Farole is 182122.
What is the population of Farole?
Farole had a total population of 643, including 336 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Farole?
Farole had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Farole?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Farole was 63.69%. Male literacy was 73.06% and female literacy was 53.73%.