Rahmoo
Rahmoo, officially Romu, is a small town 6 kilometres (3.7 mi) west of Pulwama in the Indian-administered Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, believed to be founded by a famous Islamic saint namely Hazrat Ruma Reshi(RA). It is one of the largest villages in the district by area and population. It is located 25 kilometres (16 mi) from summer capital Srinagar. Rahmoo is situated 5,922 feet (1,805 m) above sea level. The village is directly administered by district administration Pulwama.
Rahmoo | |
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Small Town | |
| ROMU | |
High altitude view of Rahmoo | |
Rahmoo Location in Jammu and Kashmir, India Rahmoo Rahmoo (India) | |
| Coordinates: 33.8540803°N 74.8288428°E | |
| Administered by | India |
| Founded by | Hazrat Ruma Reshi(RA) |
| Named for | Romush River and Hazrat Ruma Reshi(RA) |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1,501 ha (3,709 acres) |
| Elevation | 1,805 m (5,922 ft) |
| Population (2011) | |
| • Total | 5,030 |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Kashmiri, Urdu, Hindi, Dogri, English |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| Postal Code | 192301 |
| Vehicle registration | JK13 |
| Website | pulwama |
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