Jia - Kahara, Doda
Jia is a village situated in the Kahara tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Thathri and around 48 km from Doda. Jia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jia is 004303. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.2 hectares and falls under the 182203 pincode. Thathri is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Jia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jia
According to the 2011 Census, Jia village had a total population of 190 people, including 101 males and 89 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.26%, with male literacy at 77.53% and female literacy at 64.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 38.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 190 | 101 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 69 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 32 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Jia
Jia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jia
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Jia. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Jia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thathri to Jia is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Jia is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jia
Where is Jia located?
Jia village is located in Kahara Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jia?
Jia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jia?
The pincode of Jia is 182203.
What is the population of Jia?
Jia had a total population of 190, including 101 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Jia?
Jia had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jia was 71.26%. Male literacy was 77.53% and female literacy was 64.10%.