Jajial - Akhnoor, Jammu
Jajial is a village situated in the Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akhnoor and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Garkhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jajial village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jajial is 005522. The village covers a total geographical area of 199.5 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Jajial village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akhnoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jajial
As per Census 2011, Jajial village has a total population of 515 people, consisting of 265 males and 250 females. The village has 120 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 369 literate and 146 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jajial are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 515 | 265 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 42 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 196 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 69 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Jajial
Jajial 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 Jajial
Jajial is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akhnoor to Jajial is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Jajial is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jajial
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jajial village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jajial
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jajial 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jajial
Where is Jajial located?
Jajial village is located in Akhnoor Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jajial?
The Gram Panchayat of Jajial is Garkhal.
What is the pincode of Jajial?
The pincode of Jajial is 181201.
What is the population of Jajial?
Jajial has a total population of 515, including 265 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Jajial?
There are 120 households in Jajial.
What is the literacy rate in Jajial?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jajial is 71.65%. Male literacy is 73.96% and female literacy is 69.20%.