Adgan
Adgan is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Queer is the gram panchayat of Adgan village.
Here you can discover what makes Adgan unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Adgan’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 Adgan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Adgan is 005437. The village spans a total geographical area of 297.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181201. Akhnoor is nearest town to Adgan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Adgan
Population of Adgan
According to the 2011 Census, Adgan has a total population of about 261, with approximately 146 males and 115 females. The sex ratio is around 787 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 43 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 35. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.60%, with male literacy at about 68.49% and female literacy near 57.39%. There are around 50 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Adgan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 261 | 146 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 29 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 100 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 46 | 49 |
Connectivity of Adgan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Adgan. As per the 2011 stats, Adgan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Adgan
Knowing the nearby villages of Adgan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Adgan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Adgan
- Where is Adgan located?
- Adgan village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Adgan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Adgan is Queer (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Adgan?
- The pincode of Adgan is 181201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Adgan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Adgan is 261, with 146 males and 115 females.
- How many households are there in Adgan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Adgan village has a total of 50 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Adgan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Adgan is 63.60%. The male literacy rate is 68.49%, while the female literacy rate is 57.39%.