Jia
Jia is a village located in Thathri tehsil of Doda district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Thathri (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Doda. As per 2009 stats, Jia village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jia unique in its vibrant Thathri-Doda region. You’ll see Jia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jia is 004303. The village spans a total geographical area of 50.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182203. Thathri is nearest town to Jia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jia village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Udhampur  Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jia
Population of Jia
According to the 2011 Census, Jia has a total population of about 190, with approximately 101 males and 89 females. The sex ratio is around 881 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 23 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 38. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.63%, with male literacy at about 68.32% and female literacy near 56.18%. There are around 35 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 190 | 101 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 69 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 32 | 39 |
Connectivity of Jia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jia. As per the 2011 stats, Jia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jia
Knowing the nearby villages of Jia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jia
- Where is Jia located?
- Jia village is situated in Thathri Tehsil, within the Doda district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jia?
- Jia serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jia?
- The pincode of Jia is 182203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jia is 190, with 101 males and 89 females.
- How many households are there in Jia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jia village has a total of 35 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jia is 62.63%. The male literacy rate is 68.32%, while the female literacy rate is 56.18%.