Romain - Ramnagar, Udhampur
Romain is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Udhamour. Katheel Ganju East serves as the Gram Panchayat for Romain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Romain is 005078. The village covers a total geographical area of 167.5 hectares and falls under the 182122 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Romain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Romain
According to the 2011 Census, Romain village had a total population of 587 people, including 313 males and 274 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.88%, with male literacy at 87.45% and female literacy at 64.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 342.
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 | 587 | 313 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 50 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 342 | 184 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 379 | 230 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 83 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Romain
Romain 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 Romain
Romain is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Romain is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udhamour to Romain is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Romain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Romain 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Romain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Romain village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Romain
Where is Romain located?
Romain village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Romain?
The Gram Panchayat of Romain is Katheel Ganju East.
What is the pincode of Romain?
The pincode of Romain is 182122.
What is the population of Romain?
Romain had a total population of 587, including 313 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Romain?
Romain had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Romain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Romain was 76.88%. Male literacy was 87.45% and female literacy was 64.78%.