Doda district abounds in scenic spots with large forest area, snow-clad peaks, virgin trekking routes and majestic Chenab river passing through it. The district offers a variey of tourist spots, health resorts and enthralling trekking routes despite the vast-potential. But for the commuting/transportation constraints, the district has attracted a sizeable chunk of Domestic/Foreign tourists.
Tourism in Doda has tremendous potential. The lush, verdant meadows of Lal Draman and Dal Draman with their fir and deodar forests, the pristine Jasmia Masjids & Ziyarats, Vasukinag Temple and the Kailash Yatra and Gupt Ganga attracts pilgrim tourists by the droves. Besides Doda is a real treat for adventure enthusiasts with its numerous Hiking , Camping & trekking zones of enchanting scenic beauty.
September to April
The City is connected with rest of country with Batote Doda Road adjacent to NH 244. The all weather roads are constructed in entire Distt. Daily Bus/Tempo services and shared Taxis are plying from Jammu & Other cities to Bhaderwah. Bhaderwah – Chamba road (90 Kms). It is a road that takes you past many panoramic beautiful vistas of unspool countryside. Bhaderwah – Bani – Basholi road (166 kms) takes off on the 8th kms on Bhaderwah- Chamba road.
The nearest airport is situated in Jammu (195-kms)
The nearest Railhead is situated in Udhampur (150 Kms) & Jammu (190-km)..
KISHTWAR the land of Saffron and Sapphire is nestled in the lap of beautiful & Majestic “CHOWGAN” endowed with a high degree of Natural Beauty, crowned with Naginshiru” peak to its North and mighty river “CHENAB ” under its feet. Existence of Kishtwar goes back to the period of Mahabharata time when it was called “LOHIT MANDAL” meaning the land of Saffron. According to some historians, it was previously called “KASHYAPWAS” meaning place of Kashyap Rishi. Kishtwar town has a great historic significance. It has remained the capital of Erstwhile Kishtwar State upto 1821 AD.Kishtwar is the upland valley in Northeast corner of Jammu lies among the picturesque folds of the GREAT HIMALYAN Range. The area is drained by Chenab river system which is flowing from Himachal and enters the area at Padder. Kishtwar District is bounded on North by Kashmir & Zanskar, on South by Doda , the East by Himachal Pardesh and on the West by Anantnag & Ramban Districts.Dacchan, Marwah,Wadwan, Padder &Chatroo are major valleys and Tourist Spots of Kishtwar, through these valleys the Internationally renowned Trans- Himalayan Treks are leading to Suru,Zanskar and Kashmir.
The Kishtwar Town being the District Headquarter is connected with rest of country with NH244.
By Flight: The nearest airport is situated in Jammu (250-kms)
By Rail : The nearest Railhead is situated in Udhampur (180 Kms) & Jammu (248-km).
By Road: The road is constructed upto Anantnag via Sinthan Pass. Daily bus services and share Taxis are plying from Jammu, Srinagar & Other cities.
02 Km from main Bus Stand, An eye – captivating lush green Natural ground about 65 Hectares of Land is the heart of City. G T Vinge a Foreign Traveler mentioned it as the Replica of Bagdad or Heaven of Kishtwar. Presently it serves a playground for youngsters, a jogger park and a place to relax in hot & humid weather. Lofty and majestic CHINAR & PINE Trees add to the beauty of the CHOWGAN. Some of the Chinar are 250 years old.
01.5Km from Main Bus stand, Near the Shrine of Shah Farid ud Din (RA) is Qila Top on a hillock where a Fort and Palace exited during the rule of the Raja’s of Kishtwar. As the Sikhs took possession of Kishtwar, it was razed to ground. With the passage of time the Palace and fort became non-existence excepting the Throne made of Stone.
The Jamia Masjid of Kishtwar is the biggest and the towering Masjid in the Heart of the City. It is located just near to the Bus Stand. Its foundation was laid by Shah Akhyar ud Din (RA) about 110 years ago. The construction for extension was Started in 1941 AD and in 2001AD. This is one among the biggest Masjid of J&K and can accommodated about 5000 Nimazis at a time. One can have a bird’s eye view of City from its two Minarets.
The purple coloured Saffron flowers spread like Irani carpet over fields early in the morning is the identity of Pochall. About 06 Km from the main City is Pochall village one of the main attraction in Kishtwar due to its saffron cultivation. The Saffron flowers are in full blossom in the month of Oct. & Nov. every year. The cultivation of Saffron in Kishtwar dates back to Mahabharata era.
A lush green meadow surrounded by Deodar trees lies just 10Km towards Northeast of Town. It offers a best place for a Trekker or Camper to enjoy Nature in isolation.
Situated at a distance of about 12KM from Town on Kishtwar – Sinthan Road. The word Bhandarkoot means Store Rooms. An old fort which is in ruins today on a Hillock, seems to have been constructed for storing Grains in peace times. A prominent Shrine of Hazrat Zain ud Din Wali is here. It is the confluence plaece of two rivers namely Chenab and Mariv Soder. Legend has it that Lord Rama of the Ramayana Epic perform last rites of Jatayu. The majority of Hindu population of Kishtwar Town throngs this place on eve of Baisakhi for Holy dip in Chenab.
20 Km from Kishtwar city is the famous Picnic spot Mughal Madian lies on the bank of river Chatroo. Earlier it was known as Mughal Mazar because of the burial place (Graveyard) of Mughal Soldiers. The Market place, Tourist hut and Trout Fish farm with crystal clear water of river add to the Beauty of this place.
A small town on the right bank of Chatroo river is located about 30 km from Kishtwar. The area is rich in scenic beauty and is famous for its Natural resources like Wallnuts, Apple, Rajmah and Guchi. It serves as one of the old route for people to enter Kashmir. Chatroo is also famous for its finest North Western Himalayan Alpine Pastures like Famber, Watseer, Syedani & Barishah. Famber meadow is famous among Locals & Tourists for Trout Fishing.
A small picturesque village about 10 Km from Chatroo is Chingam. The array of terraced Paddy field in the back drop of thick forest & lush green meadows presents an eye – captivating view. This is a must visit place.
The famous Sinthan Top is 24 Km ahead of Sintha Maidan at an altitude of 3745 Mtrs. On reaching the Top one feels at the Top of world. Views of the surrounding area and snow caped Himalyan peaks sometimes with cover of clouds are very charminDACCHAN: About 52Km i.e 32Km by Road and 20Km by Foot is the beautiful valley of Dacchan. The Dacchan is rich in Natural Heritage and also Host the only High Altitude National Park with an altitudinal range of 1765 Mtrs to 6424 Mtrs. of Jammu province. The Dacchan is the Base camp of many Internationally renowned Treks and Mountaineering Expeditions to world famous Brahma Massif, Flat Top, Crooked Figure etc.
The Switzerland of Kishtwar a beautiful valley adjoining Marwah is Wadwan. A fare weather road from Kishtwar via Sinthan Pass to Daksum leads to Wadwan by crossing the Margan Pass 3700 Mtrs above sea level. The verdant, smiling and virgin valleys of Wadwan are describing the scenic beauty at its best. The pastures and meadows alongside the river Mariv Soder are ideal places for Camping. The valley offers few treks leading to Kashmir & Suru.
About 60Km from Kishtwar is Padder valley rich in Natural beauty, wildlife and a paradise of Himalayan Trekkers & Mountaineers. Home of famous rare Blue Kishtwar Sapphire , other semi precious Stones and Pine Nuts. It is famous for its hot springs and unique Indo Tibetan Cultural Heritage. Padder is the host of Nationally renowned Machail Yatra. The Paddri folk Song and dance are very enchanting and interesting.
Kishtwar and its valleys like Dacchan, Padder, Chatroo, Marwah & Wadwan offers a verity of Adventure sports to visiting Tourists like Trekking, Hiking, Camping, Mountaineering, Angling, Paragliding & Rafting (River Chenab), Biking & Car Rally . Internationally renowned Trans- Himalayan Treks of Kishtwar leads to Suru, Zanskar, Kargil & Kashmir valleys via Umasi La (5342 Mtr.) Hagshu La (4975 m) etc.
1.Kishtwar – (02 hrs Drive)Gulabghar (Padder) – (04hrs Trek) Chishoti — (05hrs Trek) Machail — (04hrs Trek) Sumcham visit to Sapphire Mines — (05hrs Trek) Reli , Dangail– (07hrs Trek) Base of Kabban-La –(09hrs Trek) Beyond Kabban-La 4900 Mtrs.ASL — (05hrs Trek) Kabban Village — (03hrs Trek) Sohal Village –(01 hr. Drive) Gulabghar & Back to Kishtwar (10-11 Days Trek)
2.Kishtwar – (02 hrs Drive)Gulabghar (Padder) – (04hrs Trek) Chishoti — (05hrs Trek) Machail — (04hrs Trek Sumacham visit to Sapphire Mines — (06hrs Trek) Rua Base –(04hrs Trek) Umasi La — (07hrs Trek) Beyond Umasi La — (06hrs Trek) Aiting — (03hrs by Road Puddam, Zanskar (09-10 Days Trek)
3.Kishtwar – (02 hrs Drive)Gulabghar (Padder) – (04hrs Trek) Chishoti — (05hrs Trek) Machail — (04hrs Trek) Sumacham visit to Sapphire Mines – (08hrs Trek) Pholong Dodo — (08 hrs Trek) Base of Hugsho Pass — (06hrs Trek) Beyond Hugsho Glacier, Khothong — (05hrs Trek) Hugsho Ghot — (06hrs Trek) Hugsho Village – by Road to Zanskar / Kargil (11-12 Days Trek)
4.Kishtwar – (12 hrs Drive) Nowpachi (Marwah) – (04 Hrs Trek) Tata Pani Village – (03 Hrs Trek) Metwan — (05 Hrs Trek) Fariabad — (06Hrs Trek) Duck Nalla — (07 Hrs Trek) Krish Nallah –(06 Hrs Trek) Nun/Kun Base. (07-08 Days Trek)
5.Kishtwar – (10 hrs Drive) Chowidraman (Wadwan) – (04 Hrs Trek) Suknaie Village – (04 Hrs Trek) Wankaddal — (04 Hrs Trek) Hum Pet — (02 Hrs Trek) Batwat Nalla / Kain Tal — (03 Hrs Trek) Gali — (04 Hrs Trek) Panikhar (Kargil) (06-07 Days Trek)
6.Kishtwar – (10 hrs Drive) Chowidraman (Wadwan) – (04 Hrs Trek) Suknaie Village – (06 Hrs Trek) Sar gali – (08Hrs Trek) Sheesh Nag – (06 Hrs Trek) Phalgham (05-07 Days Trek)
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KISHTWAR the land of Saffron and Sapphire is nestled in the lap of beautiful & Majestic “CHOWGAN” endowed with a high degree of Natural Beauty, crowned with Naginshiru” peak to its North and mighty river “CHENAB ” under its feet. Existence of Kishtwar goes back to the period of Mahabharata time when it was called “LOHIT MANDAL” meaning the land of Saffron. According to some historians, it was previously called “KASHYAPWAS” meaning place of Kashyap Rishi. Kishtwar town has a great historic significance. It has remained the capital of Erstwhile Kishtwar State upto 1821 AD.Kishtwar is the upland valley in Northeast corner of Jammu lies among the picturesque folds of the GREAT HIMALYAN Range. The area is drained by Chenab river system which is flowing from Himachal and enters the area at Padder. Kishtwar District is bounded on North by Kashmir & Zanskar, on South by Doda , the East by Himachal Pardesh and on the West by Anantnag & Ramban Districts.Dacchan, Marwah,Wadwan, Padder &Chatroo are major valleys and Tourist Spots of Kishtwar, through these valleys the Internationally renowned Trans- Himalayan Treks are leading to Suru,Zanskar and Kashmir.
The Kishtwar Town being the District Headquarter is connected with rest of country with NH244.
By Flight: The nearest airport is situated in Jammu (250-kms)
By Rail : The nearest Railhead is situated in Udhampur (180 Kms) & Jammu (248-km).
By Road: The road is constructed upto Anantnag via Sinthan Pass. Daily bus services and share Taxis are plying from Jammu, Srinagar & Other cities.
02 Km from main Bus Stand, An eye – captivating lush green Natural ground about 65 Hectares of Land is the heart of City. G T Vinge a Foreign Traveler mentioned it as the Replica of Bagdad or Heaven of Kishtwar. Presently it serves a playground for youngsters, a jogger park and a place to relax in hot & humid weather. Lofty and majestic CHINAR & PINE Trees add to the beauty of the CHOWGAN. Some of the Chinar are 250 years old.
01.5Km from Main Bus stand, Near the Shrine of Shah Farid ud Din (RA) is Qila Top on a hillock where a Fort and Palace exited during the rule of the Raja’s of Kishtwar. As the Sikhs took possession of Kishtwar, it was razed to ground. With the passage of time the Palace and fort became non-existence excepting the Throne made of Stone.
The Jamia Masjid of Kishtwar is the biggest and the towering Masjid in the Heart of the City. It is located just near to the Bus Stand. Its foundation was laid by Shah Akhyar ud Din (RA) about 110 years ago. The construction for extension was Started in 1941 AD and in 2001AD. This is one among the biggest Masjid of J&K and can accommodated about 5000 Nimazis at a time. One can have a bird’s eye view of City from its two Minarets.
The purple coloured Saffron flowers spread like Irani carpet over fields early in the morning is the identity of Pochall. About 06 Km from the main City is Pochall village one of the main attraction in Kishtwar due to its saffron cultivation. The Saffron flowers are in full blossom in the month of Oct. & Nov. every year. The cultivation of Saffron in Kishtwar dates back to Mahabharata era.
A lush green meadow surrounded by Deodar trees lies just 10Km towards Northeast of Town. It offers a best place for a Trekker or Camper to enjoy Nature in isolation.
Situated at a distance of about 12KM from Town on Kishtwar – Sinthan Road. The word Bhandarkoot means Store Rooms. An old fort which is in ruins today on a Hillock, seems to have been constructed for storing Grains in peace times. A prominent Shrine of Hazrat Zain ud Din Wali is here. It is the confluence plaece of two rivers namely Chenab and Mariv Soder. Legend has it that Lord Rama of the Ramayana Epic perform last rites of Jatayu. The majority of Hindu population of Kishtwar Town throngs this place on eve of Baisakhi for Holy dip in Chenab.
20 Km from Kishtwar city is the famous Picnic spot Mughal Madian lies on the bank of river Chatroo. Earlier it was known as Mughal Mazar because of the burial place (Graveyard) of Mughal Soldiers. The Market place, Tourist hut and Trout Fish farm with crystal clear water of river add to the Beauty of this place.
A small town on the right bank of Chatroo river is located about 30 km from Kishtwar. The area is rich in scenic beauty and is famous for its Natural resources like Wallnuts, Apple, Rajmah and Guchi. It serves as one of the old route for people to enter Kashmir. Chatroo is also famous for its finest North Western Himalayan Alpine Pastures like Famber, Watseer, Syedani & Barishah. Famber meadow is famous among Locals & Tourists for Trout Fishing.
A small picturesque village about 10 Km from Chatroo is Chingam. The array of terraced Paddy field in the back drop of thick forest & lush green meadows presents an eye – captivating view. This is a must visit place.
The famous Sinthan Top is 24 Km ahead of Sintha Maidan at an altitude of 3745 Mtrs. On reaching the Top one feels at the Top of world. Views of the surrounding area and snow caped Himalyan peaks sometimes with cover of clouds are very charminDACCHAN: About 52Km i.e 32Km by Road and 20Km by Foot is the beautiful valley of Dacchan. The Dacchan is rich in Natural Heritage and also Host the only High Altitude National Park with an altitudinal range of 1765 Mtrs to 6424 Mtrs. of Jammu province. The Dacchan is the Base camp of many Internationally renowned Treks and Mountaineering Expeditions to world famous Brahma Massif, Flat Top, Crooked Figure etc.
The Switzerland of Kishtwar a beautiful valley adjoining Marwah is Wadwan. A fare weather road from Kishtwar via Sinthan Pass to Daksum leads to Wadwan by crossing the Margan Pass 3700 Mtrs above sea level. The verdant, smiling and virgin valleys of Wadwan are describing the scenic beauty at its best. The pastures and meadows alongside the river Mariv Soder are ideal places for Camping. The valley offers few treks leading to Kashmir & Suru.
About 60Km from Kishtwar is Padder valley rich in Natural beauty, wildlife and a paradise of Himalayan Trekkers & Mountaineers. Home of famous rare Blue Kishtwar Sapphire , other semi precious Stones and Pine Nuts. It is famous for its hot springs and unique Indo Tibetan Cultural Heritage. Padder is the host of Nationally renowned Machail Yatra. The Paddri folk Song and dance are very enchanting and interesting.
Kishtwar and its valleys like Dacchan, Padder, Chatroo, Marwah & Wadwan offers a verity of Adventure sports to visiting Tourists like Trekking, Hiking, Camping, Mountaineering, Angling, Paragliding & Rafting (River Chenab), Biking & Car Rally . Internationally renowned Trans- Himalayan Treks of Kishtwar leads to Suru, Zanskar, Kargil & Kashmir valleys via Umasi La (5342 Mtr.) Hagshu La (4975 m) etc.
1.Kishtwar – (02 hrs Drive)Gulabghar (Padder) – (04hrs Trek) Chishoti — (05hrs Trek) Machail — (04hrs Trek) Sumcham visit to Sapphire Mines — (05hrs Trek) Reli , Dangail– (07hrs Trek) Base of Kabban-La –(09hrs Trek) Beyond Kabban-La 4900 Mtrs.ASL — (05hrs Trek) Kabban Village — (03hrs Trek) Sohal Village –(01 hr. Drive) Gulabghar & Back to Kishtwar (10-11 Days Trek)
2.Kishtwar – (02 hrs Drive)Gulabghar (Padder) – (04hrs Trek) Chishoti — (05hrs Trek) Machail — (04hrs Trek Sumacham visit to Sapphire Mines — (06hrs Trek) Rua Base –(04hrs Trek) Umasi La — (07hrs Trek) Beyond Umasi La — (06hrs Trek) Aiting — (03hrs by Road Puddam, Zanskar (09-10 Days Trek)
3.Kishtwar – (02 hrs Drive)Gulabghar (Padder) – (04hrs Trek) Chishoti — (05hrs Trek) Machail — (04hrs Trek) Sumacham visit to Sapphire Mines – (08hrs Trek) Pholong Dodo — (08 hrs Trek) Base of Hugsho Pass — (06hrs Trek) Beyond Hugsho Glacier, Khothong — (05hrs Trek) Hugsho Ghot — (06hrs Trek) Hugsho Village – by Road to Zanskar / Kargil (11-12 Days Trek)
4.Kishtwar – (12 hrs Drive) Nowpachi (Marwah) – (04 Hrs Trek) Tata Pani Village – (03 Hrs Trek) Metwan — (05 Hrs Trek) Fariabad — (06Hrs Trek) Duck Nalla — (07 Hrs Trek) Krish Nallah –(06 Hrs Trek) Nun/Kun Base. (07-08 Days Trek)
5.Kishtwar – (10 hrs Drive) Chowidraman (Wadwan) – (04 Hrs Trek) Suknaie Village – (04 Hrs Trek) Wankaddal — (04 Hrs Trek) Hum Pet — (02 Hrs Trek) Batwat Nalla / Kain Tal — (03 Hrs Trek) Gali — (04 Hrs Trek) Panikhar (Kargil) (06-07 Days Trek)
6.Kishtwar – (10 hrs Drive) Chowidraman (Wadwan) – (04 Hrs Trek) Suknaie Village – (06 Hrs Trek) Sar gali – (08Hrs Trek) Sheesh Nag – (06 Hrs Trek) Phalgham (05-07 Days Trek)
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Rajouri district is located in the Jammu Province flanked by the Poonch district in the north, Jammu district in the south, Reasi district in the east and POK (Pakistan occupied Kashmir, Mirpur) in the West Rajouri.Rajouri area has great importance in ancient times. In Mahabharata there was a Kingdom known as Panchal Desa. The King of this state was Panchal Naresh whose daughter Dropadi was married to Pandavas. The historians identify Panchal Desa as the Panchal range of mountains. Rajouri was also a part of this kingdom of Panchal Naresh.
In historical perpective, Rajouri town is believed to have evolved from ‘Rajouri’ literally meaning the land of kings. One finds its mention in the travelogues of Chinese traveller Hiuen Tsang who visited the town in 632 A.D and described it as part of Kashmir. Still earlier, in the Buddhist period it formed a part of Gandhar territory (Afghanistan, Gandhar and Tashkent). Those days Loharakote in Poonch district and Rajouri had emerged as two powerful states of the area.Early records show that in 4th century B.C, there existed in the north-west of India a federal type of political setup in which Abhisar with its capital at Rajouri was existing. At the time of Alexander’s invasion, Rajouri was at the height of its glory. In Maurayan Period the town of Rajouri was a great trade centre.
Similarly Albaurani is recorded to have visited Rajouri with Sultan Masud (Son of Sultan Mehmood) in 1036. Referred to in Kalhans Rajtirangini as Rajour, this name slowly changed into Rajouri . Number of forts, sarais and baradaries were constructed in this beautiful town with the help of Mughal rulers. The remnants of fortified Mughal inns at Nadhpur, Chingus, Rajouri, Fatehpur and Thanamandi are a pleasant reflection of the glorious days of the Royal Mughal entourage proceeding towards Kashmir Valley.Rajouri town remained the favourite haunt of Mughal rulers on their way to Kashmir. After 1846 Rajouri became a part of the kingdom of Maharaja Gulab singh that consisted of undivided state of Jammu and Kashmir including Ladakh. Rajouri Fort at Dhannidhar near Rajouri town still stands in its ruins as proud relic of the rich historical part of this town.
May to September
One can reach the city by road, National Highway 144A runs through Rajouri district connecting Jammu with District Poonch. Famous Mughal Road connecting Jammu Division with Kashmir valley also passes through the Rajouri.
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The name Reasi is derived from the town’s old name “Rasyal”. In the eighth century, Reasi was a part of the Bhimgarh state established by Bhim Dev. The erstwhile Bhimgarh State now called Reasi was established by Bhim Dev in the eighth century. Brief account of the successive rulers is known from 1652, when Hari Dev was the king of Jammu. In 1810, during the rule of Diwan Singh, Jammu was under turmoil. Maharaja Ranjit Singh sent Gulab Singh to take control. Gulab Singh came down heavily on the rebels and established the rule of law. After defeating the rebels in the Reasi area he handed over the administration to his trusted commander, General Zorawar Singh, when he became the King of Jammu in 1822.
The present day Reasi is a town and a district of Jammu and Kashmir. It is predominantly a hilly district surrounded in the east by district Udhampur west by Rajouri in the southern side by Jammu and in the north by Ramban while a part of Reasi is touching the boundaries of district Shopian on the northern fringes. Chenab is the major river flowing through the district while there are number of streams like Ans, Plassu, Ban Ganga etc. The Reasi city is situated at the bank of River Chenab and 24 Kms (appx.) from one of the most venerated Shrines of India situated in the Trikuta Hills and home of a number of famous pilgrimage sites.
October to April
Reasi is well connected by all three modes of transport i.e. air, rail and road.
The nearest airport is situated at Jammu (72kms) and regular flights run between Jammu and several other cities of the country. All Airlines operate regular daily flights to Jammu connecting different cities.
Katra is the nearest railway station (24 kms) and is connected with important towns and cities of the country by express and super fast trains.
One can also reach the city by road. Katra is the nearest major road head which is connected with major stations of North India. The connectivity between Reasi and Katra is smooth and frequency of road transport is also good.
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The Udhampur district is located in the Shivalik range of Himalayas and the terrain is mostly mountainous. The upper reaches of district experience snowfall in the winter season. Udhampur is popularly known as ‘land of Devika’ and ‘land of Bowlis, Headquarter of District, is named after Raja Udham Singh, the eldest son of Maharaja Gulab Singh, the founder of Dogra rule in Jammu and Kashmir.
The town is said to have been built in place of dense forest where Udham Singh occasionally went on hunting trips till he developed great love for the spot and choose it as site for township.
May to September
Udhampur is well connected by all three modes of transport i.e. air, rail and road.
The nearest airport is situated at Jammu (69kms) and regular flights run between Jammu and several other cities of the country. All Airlines operate regular daily flights to Jammu connecting different cities.
Udhampur is connected with important towns and cities of the country by express and super fast trains.
one can also reach the city by road through a Jammu-Udhampur Express way.
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Ramban is one of the newly carved out districts of Jammu and Kashmir state which came into being on 01-04-2007 after the erstwhile Doda district was further split into three districts of Ramban,Kishtwar and Doda .
The boundary lines of the district stand drawn with the famous hill resort of Patnitopon its south, Assar on its east,Gool on its west and Banihal on its north District Ramban shares its boundary with Reasi, Udhampur, Doda, Anantnag and Kulgam. District Ramban consists of six tehsils (Ramban, Banihal, Pogal, Paristan, Gool, Batote),Ten.
Ramban town which is the district headquarter is located along the river Chenab also known as “chanderbagha” on the national highway 44 which passes through the district and connectsJammu and Srinagar cities .The Ramban town is located at 33*14`N and 75*17`E longitude at an altitude of 1000 meters and situated at a distance of 150kms from Jammu making it almost the central point on the national highway. .
Ramban is well connected by all three modes of transport i.e. air, rail and road.
The nearest airport is in Jammu and Srinagar.
The nearest station is Banihal just 40kms via Srinagar and another station is Ramban 70kms.
-The Ramban district is situated on National highway in the mid of two cities Jammu and Srinagar.the daily services such as Tempo traveller, coaches,busies and taxis are plying from both side Jammu and Srinagar.
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Jammu is the most populous district in the state of Jammu and Kashmir and is home to the winter capital (Jammu) of Jammu and Kashmir. (The capital moves to Srinagar city in the summer). Jammu District is divided into four tehsils: Akhnoor, Bishnah, Jammu and Ranbir Singh Pora. The city spreads around the Tawi river with the old city overlooking it from the north (right bank) while the new neighbourhoods spread around the southern side (left bank) of river. There are five bridges on the river. The city is built on a series of ridges. Jammu city is the main cultural and economic centre of the administrative division of Jammu. The city has a number of small industries Jammu has a number of woodgrain mills to cater to the local population. One of the most famous local Basmati Rice is produced in RS Pura area near jammu, which is then processed in rice mills in Jammu. Apart from Rice Mills scattered all around Jammu, industrial estate at Bari Brahamna has a large presence of Industrial units manufacturing a variety of products right from carpets, electronic goods, electric goods etc. The local government gives incentives for new units by foregoing taxes for a few initial years of establishment. Bari Brahamna also has a freight rail link that helps carry the goods manufactured here to other parts of India. Tourism is the largest industry in Jammu as in the rest of the state. It is also a focal point for the pilgrims going to Vaishno Devi and Kashmir valley as it is second last railway terminal in North India. All the routes leading to Kashmir, Poonch, Doda and Laddakh start from Jammu city. So throughout the year the city remains full of people from all the parts of India. Places of interest include old historic palaces like Mubarak Mandi, Purani Mandi, Rani Park, Amar Mahal, Bahu Fort, Raghunath Temple, Ranbireshwar Temple, Karbala, Peer Meetha, Old city and a number of shopping places, fun parks, etc.
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Kathua district is one of the administrative districts of Jammu division. It is surrounded by Jammu to the northwest, the Doda and Udhampur districts to the north, the state of Himachal Pradesh to the east, Punjab to the south, and Pakistan’s working boundary to the west. Its terrain is diverse, consisting of rich agricultural areas along the Punjab/Kashmir border, plains sweeping eastward to the foothills of the Himalaya, and a mountainous Pahari region in the east. Kathua district is divided into 8 blocks: Bani, Barnoti, Basholi, Billawar, Duggan, Ghagwal, Hiranagar, Kathua and Lohai Malhar. It has approximately 512 villages. The traditional language of Kathua is Dogri. The Pahari languages are prevalent in the mountainous area of the east. The principal media of education are English, Hindi, and Urdu. In a Muslim majority state, Kathua, like the Jammu district, is overwhelmingly Hindu, Total Population is 6.15 Lacs (Census of India 2001). Hinduism practiced by 91%, Muslims 7% and Sikhs 2%. Basholi a town of Kathua district, is widely known for its paintings. Immortalised by their artistic eminences and their connoisseur patrons, Basohli today is a metaphor for a vigorous, bold and imaginative artistic style, rich, stylish and unconventional.
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Samba District is a newly formed district in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. Before the formation of this district, the area now under the district was part of Jammu district. Now the district itself covers Samba town and adjoining tehsils namely, Vijaypur and village Supwal, Gahwal. The district is separated from the Jammu district by “Purmandal Bridge”. Muslims make up just under 6% of total population according to 2001 India census.Samba town is situated on the stream Basantar River. Samba district consists of four blocks: Samba, Vijay Pur, Purmandal, and Ghagwal. According to the 2011 census Samba District has a population of 318,611. The district has a population density of 318 inhabitants per square kilometre (820/sq mi) .[5] Its population growth rate over the decade of 2001 to 2011 was 16.9%. Samba has a sex ratio of 886 females for every 1,000 males and a literacy rate of 82.48%.
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District Poonch or Punch is one of the most remote districts of Jammu and Kashmir. It is bounded by the Line of Control on three sides. The District headquarters is in the Poonch city. District Poonch in Jammu and Kashmir is divided into eight tehsils: Haveli Tehsil, Mandi Tehsil,Mendhar Tehsil, Surankote Tehsil,Chandak Tehsil, Mankote Tehsil,Balakote Tehsil,Bufliaz Tehsil . Each tehsil has its Tehsildar, who is the administrative head. The district is further divided into six blocks: Poonch, Mandi, Mendhar, Balakote, Surankote and Buffliaz. Poonch District has 3 assembly constituencies: Surankote, Mendhar and Poonch Haveli. ccording to the 2011 census Poonch district, India has a population of 476,820. Resident ethnicities include Gujjars, Bakerwals, Paharis, Punjabis, Kashmiris and Rajputs. Gujjars mostly reside on the slopes of mountains. They have small pieces of land for cultivation, and cattle for supplementing their economy. Bakerwals are nomadic tribes. Gujjars and Bakerwals speak Gojri whereas rest of the population (excluding Kashmiris) speak Pahari/Poonchi.
