Gurah Jagir
Gurah Jagir is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Gura Jagir is the gram panchayat of Gurah Jagir village.
Here you can discover what makes Gurah Jagir unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Gurah Jagir’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 Gurah Jagir
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurah Jagir is 005508. The village spans a total geographical area of 915 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181201. Akhnoor is nearest town to Gurah Jagir village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Gurah Jagir
Population of Gurah Jagir
According to the 2011 Census, Gurah Jagir has a total population of about 3,880, with approximately 1,955 males and 1,925 females. The sex ratio is around 984 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 496 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,759 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 61. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.64%, with male literacy at about 72.63% and female literacy near 58.55%. There are around 848 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurah Jagir's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,880 | 1,955 | 1,925 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 496 | 260 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,759 | 886 | 873 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 2,547 | 1,420 | 1,127 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,333 | 535 | 798 |
Connectivity of Gurah Jagir
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurah Jagir. As per the 2011 stats, Gurah Jagir 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 Gurah Jagir
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurah Jagir helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurah Jagir.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurah Jagir
- Where is Gurah Jagir located?
- Gurah Jagir village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurah Jagir?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gurah Jagir is Gura Jagir (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gurah Jagir?
- The pincode of Gurah Jagir is 181201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gurah Jagir as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurah Jagir is 3,880, with 1,955 males and 1,925 females.
- How many households are there in Gurah Jagir as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurah Jagir village has a total of 848 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurah Jagir as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurah Jagir is 65.64%. The male literacy rate is 72.63%, while the female literacy rate is 58.55%.