Roomi - Jagraon, Ludhiana
Roomi is a village situated in the Jagraon tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagraon and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Roomi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Roomi is 033768. The village covers a total geographical area of 754.74 hectares and falls under the 142030 pincode. Jagraon is the nearest town.
Roomi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dakha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Roomi
According to the 2011 Census, Roomi village had a total population of 3,363 people, including 1,766 males and 1,597 females, living in 669 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.73%, with male literacy at 82.77% and female literacy at 76.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,269.
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 | 3,363 | 1,766 | 1,597 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 147 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,269 | 670 | 599 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,459 | 1,340 | 1,119 |
| Illiterate Population | 904 | 426 | 478 |
Nearby Villages of Roomi
Roomi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Randhirgarh | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Dholan | North | 3.01 km |
| Chhajjawal | East | 3.17 km |
| Akhara | West | 3.20 km |
| Kamalpura | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Chachrari | North-East | 3.78 km |
| Agwar Ladhai | North | 3.78 km |
| Bir Akhara | North-West | 4.04 km |
| Bhamipura | South-West | 4.63 km |
| Lamma | South | 5.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Roomi
Roomi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jagraon, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Roomi is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Roomi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Roomi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Roomi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Roomi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Roomi
Where is Roomi located?
Roomi village is located in Jagraon Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Roomi?
Roomi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Roomi?
The pincode of Roomi is 142030.
What is the population of Roomi?
Roomi had a total population of 3,363, including 1,766 males and 1,597 females.
How many households are there in Roomi?
Roomi had 669 households.
What is the literacy rate in Roomi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Roomi was 79.73%. Male literacy was 82.77% and female literacy was 76.38%.