Jad
Jad is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Jadh is the gram panchayat of Jad village.
Jad 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 Jad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jad is 005504. The village spans a total geographical area of 954.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181202. Akhnoor is nearest town to Jad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Jad
Population of Jad
Below is a concise population overview of Jad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,130 | 1,101 | 1,029 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 340 | 195 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 963 | 517 | 446 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,344 | 764 | 580 |
| Illiterate Population | 786 | 337 | 449 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jad village:
- The total population of Jad village is around 2,130, including approximately 1,101 males and 1,029 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 340 children aged 0–6 years in Jad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jad village has 963 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 27 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jad village is about 63.10%, with male literacy at 69.39% and female literacy at 56.37%.
- There are around 468 households in Jad village.
Connectivity of Jad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jad. As per the 2011 stats, Jad 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 Jad
Knowing the nearby villages of Jad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jad
- Where is Jad located?
- Jad village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jad is Jadh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jad?
- The pincode of Jad is 181202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jad is 2,130, with 1,101 males and 1,029 females.
- How many households are there in Jad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jad village has a total of 468 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jad is 63.10%. The male literacy rate is 69.39%, while the female literacy rate is 56.37%.