Maidan
Maidan is a village located in Mendhar tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Mendhar (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Sakhi Maidan is the gram panchayat of Maidan village.
Here you can discover what makes Maidan unique in its vibrant Mendhar-Punch region. You’ll see Maidan’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 Maidan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maidan is 001194. The village spans a total geographical area of 369 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185102. Punch is nearest town to Maidan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.
Google Map of Maidan
Population of Maidan
According to the 2011 Census, Maidan has a total population of about 2,045, with approximately 1,038 males and 1,007 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 338 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 513. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.71%, with male literacy at about 67.24% and female literacy near 51.94%. There are around 408 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Maidan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,045 | 1,038 | 1,007 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 338 | 185 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 513 | 276 | 237 |
| Literate Population | 1,221 | 698 | 523 |
| Illiterate Population | 824 | 340 | 484 |
Connectivity of Maidan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maidan. As per the 2011 stats, Maidan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Maidan
Knowing the nearby villages of Maidan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maidan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maidan
- Where is Maidan located?
- Maidan village is situated in Mendhar Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maidan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Maidan is Sakhi Maidan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Maidan?
- The pincode of Maidan is 185102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Maidan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maidan is 2,045, with 1,038 males and 1,007 females.
- How many households are there in Maidan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maidan village has a total of 408 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maidan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maidan is 59.71%. The male literacy rate is 67.24%, while the female literacy rate is 51.94%.