Ghar
Ghar is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Ghar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghar unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Ghar’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 Ghar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghar is 005425. The village spans a total geographical area of 1400.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181201. Akhnoor is nearest town to Ghar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Ghar
Population of Ghar
According to the 2011 Census, Ghar has a total population of about 1,606, with approximately 854 males and 752 females. The sex ratio is around 880 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 228 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 10 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 30. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.72%, with male literacy at about 68.15% and female literacy near 45.88%. There are around 343 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,606 | 854 | 752 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 125 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 927 | 582 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 679 | 272 | 407 |
Connectivity of Ghar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghar. As per the 2011 stats, Ghar 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghar
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghar
- Where is Ghar located?
- Ghar village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghar?
- Ghar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghar?
- The pincode of Ghar is 181201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghar is 1,606, with 854 males and 752 females.
- How many households are there in Ghar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghar village has a total of 343 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghar is 57.72%. The male literacy rate is 68.15%, while the female literacy rate is 45.88%.