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.

Maidan has its own place in the vibrant Punch 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 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.

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Population of Maidan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Maidan village is around 2,045, including approximately 1,038 males and 1,007 females, with a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 338 children aged 0–6 years in Maidan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Maidan village has 513 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Maidan village is about 59.71%, with male literacy at 67.24% and female literacy at 51.94%.
  • There are around 408 households in Maidan village.

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.

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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%.