Nathal
Nathal is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 55km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 83km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Nathal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Nathal unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Nathal’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 Nathal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nathal is 005488. The village spans a total geographical area of 3156.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181203. Khour is nearest town to Nathal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Nathal
Population of Nathal
According to the 2011 Census, Nathal has a total population of about 1,735, with approximately 944 males and 791 females. The sex ratio is around 837 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 284 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 61 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 17. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.62%, with male literacy at about 63.98% and female literacy near 45.64%. There are around 359 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nathal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,735 | 944 | 791 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 284 | 151 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 965 | 604 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 770 | 340 | 430 |
Connectivity of Nathal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nathal. As per the 2011 stats, Nathal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nathal
Knowing the nearby villages of Nathal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nathal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nathal
- Where is Nathal located?
- Nathal village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nathal?
- Nathal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Nathal?
- The pincode of Nathal is 181203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nathal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nathal is 1,735, with 944 males and 791 females.
- How many households are there in Nathal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nathal village has a total of 359 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nathal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nathal is 55.62%. The male literacy rate is 63.98%, while the female literacy rate is 45.64%.