Gargal
Gargal is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Kandi is the gram panchayat of Gargal village.
Gargal has its own place in the vibrant Jammu region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gargal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gargal is 005462. The village spans a total geographical area of 165.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181202. Akhnoor is nearest town to Gargal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
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Population of Gargal
Below is a concise population overview of Gargal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 338 | 177 | 161 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 28 | 25 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
Literate Population | 231 | 130 | 101 |
Illiterate Population | 107 | 47 | 60 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gargal village:
- The total population of Gargal village is around 338, including approximately 177 males and 161 females, with a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 53 children aged 0–6 years in Gargal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gargal village has 31 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gargal village is about 68.34%, with male literacy at 73.45% and female literacy at 62.73%.
- There are around 76 households in Gargal village.
Connectivity of Gargal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gargal. As per the 2011 stats, Gargal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gargal
Knowing the nearby villages of Gargal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gargal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gargal
- Where is Gargal located?
- Gargal village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gargal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gargal is Kandi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gargal?
- The pincode of Gargal is 181202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gargal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gargal is 338, with 177 males and 161 females.
- How many households are there in Gargal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gargal village has a total of 76 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gargal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gargal is 68.34%. The male literacy rate is 73.45%, while the female literacy rate is 62.73%.