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
As per Census 2011, Farole village has a total population of 643 people, consisting of 336 males and 307 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 335 literate and 308 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Farole are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 643 | 336 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 65 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 62 | 53 |
| 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 has a total population of 643, including 336 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Farole?
There are 103 households in Farole.
What is the literacy rate in Farole?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Farole is 52.10%. Male literacy is 58.93% and female literacy is 44.63%.