Azamabad
Azamabad is a village located in Mandi tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Mandi (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Azamabad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Azamabad unique in its vibrant Mandi-Punch region. You’ll see Azamabad’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 Azamabad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Azamabad is 001153. The village spans a total geographical area of 511 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185102. Punch is nearest town to Azamabad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Azamabad 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 Poonch Haveli 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 Azamabad
Population of Azamabad
According to the 2011 Census, Azamabad has a total population of about 2,694, with approximately 1,393 males and 1,301 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 544 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 443. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.45%, with male literacy at about 62.53% and female literacy near 41.66%. There are around 607 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Azamabad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,694 | 1,393 | 1,301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 544 | 288 | 256 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 443 | 229 | 214 |
| Literate Population | 1,413 | 871 | 542 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,281 | 522 | 759 |
Connectivity of Azamabad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Azamabad. As per the 2011 stats, Azamabad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Azamabad
Knowing the nearby villages of Azamabad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Azamabad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Azamabad
- Where is Azamabad located?
- Azamabad village is situated in Mandi Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Azamabad?
- Azamabad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Azamabad?
- The pincode of Azamabad is 185102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Azamabad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Azamabad is 2,694, with 1,393 males and 1,301 females.
- How many households are there in Azamabad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Azamabad village has a total of 607 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Azamabad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Azamabad is 52.45%. The male literacy rate is 62.53%, while the female literacy rate is 41.66%.