Jindhar Kalan
Jindhar Kalan is a village located in Ranbir Singh Pora tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter R.s.pora (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Jinder Melu is the gram panchayat of Jindhar Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Jindhar Kalan unique in its vibrant Ranbir Singh Pora-Jammu region. You’ll see Jindhar Kalan’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 Jindhar Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jindhar Kalan is 006079. The village spans a total geographical area of 81.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181102. R.s.pora is nearest town to Jindhar Kalan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Jindhar Kalan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ranbir singh Pura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jammu Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jindhar Kalan
Population of Jindhar Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Jindhar Kalan has a total population of about 1,300, with approximately 690 males and 610 females. The sex ratio is around 884 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 131 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 975 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.69%, with male literacy at about 78.55% and female literacy near 61.80%. There are around 264 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jindhar Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,300 | 690 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 70 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 975 | 511 | 464 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 919 | 542 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 381 | 148 | 233 |
Connectivity of Jindhar Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jindhar Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Jindhar Kalan 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 Jindhar Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Jindhar Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jindhar Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jindhar Kalan
- Where is Jindhar Kalan located?
- Jindhar Kalan village is situated in Ranbir Singh Pora Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jindhar Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jindhar Kalan is Jinder Melu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jindhar Kalan?
- The pincode of Jindhar Kalan is 181102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jindhar Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jindhar Kalan is 1,300, with 690 males and 610 females.
- How many households are there in Jindhar Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jindhar Kalan village has a total of 264 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jindhar Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jindhar Kalan is 70.69%. The male literacy rate is 78.55%, while the female literacy rate is 61.80%.