Jar

Jar is a village located in Atholi tehsil of Kishtwar district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Atholi(padder) (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Kishtwar. As per 2009 stats, Jar village is also a gram panchayat.

Jar has its own place in the vibrant Kishtwar 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 Jar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jar is 004800. The village spans a total geographical area of 58.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182204. Kishtwar is nearest town to Jar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 70km away.

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Population of Jar

Below is a concise population overview of Jar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 381 205 176
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 65 37 28
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 121 72 49
Illiterate Population 260 133 127

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jar village:

  • The total population of Jar village is around 381, including approximately 205 males and 176 females, with a sex ratio of 858 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 65 children aged 0–6 years in Jar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Jar village is about 31.76%, with male literacy at 35.12% and female literacy at 27.84%.
  • There are around 97 households in Jar village.

Connectivity of Jar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jar. As per the 2011 stats, Jar 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 Jar

Knowing the nearby villages of Jar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jar.

Cheto Sohal Hamori Afani Atholi Kidru Galeote Badhota Malti Dandota Kansal

Frequently Asked Questions about Jar

Where is Jar located?
Jar village is situated in Atholi Tehsil, within the Kishtwar district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jar?
Jar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Jar?
The pincode of Jar is 182204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jar is 381, with 205 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Jar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jar village has a total of 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jar is 31.76%. The male literacy rate is 35.12%, while the female literacy rate is 27.84%.