Joffer - Ramnagar, Udhampur
Joffer is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Joffer village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joffer is 005094. The village covers a total geographical area of 1994.7 hectares and falls under the 182128 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Joffer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Joffer
According to the 2011 Census, Joffer village had a total population of 1,971 people, including 1,028 males and 943 females, living in 322 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.45%, with male literacy at 67.54% and female literacy at 44.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 554, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 350.
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 | 1,971 | 1,028 | 943 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 375 | 190 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 554 | 286 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 350 | 179 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 901 | 566 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,070 | 462 | 608 |
Nearby Villages of Joffer
Joffer 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 Joffer
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Joffer.
| 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 Ramnagar to Joffer is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Joffer is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joffer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joffer 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 Joffer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joffer village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Joffer
Where is Joffer located?
Joffer village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joffer?
Joffer is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Joffer?
The pincode of Joffer is 182128.
What is the population of Joffer?
Joffer had a total population of 1,971, including 1,028 males and 943 females.
How many households are there in Joffer?
Joffer had 322 households.
What is the literacy rate in Joffer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joffer was 56.45%. Male literacy was 67.54% and female literacy was 44.20%.