Kotli Jijan - Udhampur
Kotli Jijan is a village situated in the Udhampur tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 19 km from Udhampur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Patta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotli Jijan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotli Jijan is 004889. The village covers a total geographical area of 382 hectares and falls under the 182121 pincode. Udhampur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Kotli Jijan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kotli Jijan
As per Census 2011, Kotli Jijan village has a total population of 2,133 people, consisting of 1,109 males and 1,024 females. The village has 366 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 290 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,366 literate and 767 illiterate residents. Additionally, 490 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 305 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotli Jijan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,133 | 1,109 | 1,024 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 154 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 490 | 247 | 243 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 305 | 162 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 1,366 | 787 | 579 |
| Illiterate Population | 767 | 322 | 445 |
Nearby Villages of Kotli Jijan
Kotli Jijan 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 Kotli Jijan
Kotli Jijan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kotli Jijan is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotli Jijan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotli Jijan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kotli Jijan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotli Jijan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kotli Jijan
Where is Kotli Jijan located?
Kotli Jijan village is located in Udhampur Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotli Jijan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotli Jijan is Patta.
What is the pincode of Kotli Jijan?
The pincode of Kotli Jijan is 182121.
What is the population of Kotli Jijan?
Kotli Jijan has a total population of 2,133, including 1,109 males and 1,024 females.
How many households are there in Kotli Jijan?
There are 366 households in Kotli Jijan.
What is the literacy rate in Kotli Jijan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotli Jijan is 64.04%. Male literacy is 70.96% and female literacy is 56.54%.