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.
Here you can discover what makes Jar unique in its vibrant Atholi-Kishtwar region. You’ll see Jar’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 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.
Google Map of Jar
Population of Jar
According to the 2011 Census, Jar has a total population of about 381, with approximately 205 males and 176 females. The sex ratio is around 858 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 65 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 31.76%, with male literacy at about 35.12% and female literacy near 27.84%. There are around 97 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.