Jandial - Bhalwal, Jammu
Jandial is a village situated in the Bhalwal tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Jammu and around 20 km from Jammu. Jandyal Upper serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jandial village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jandial is 005665. The village covers a total geographical area of 1165.1 hectares and falls under the 181122 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Jandial village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jandial
According to the 2011 Census, Jandial village had a total population of 4,458 people, including 2,303 males and 2,155 females, living in 873 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.49%, with male literacy at 83.10% and female literacy at 69.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,296, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 971.
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 | 4,458 | 2,303 | 2,155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 655 | 368 | 287 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,296 | 680 | 616 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 971 | 495 | 476 |
| Literate Population | 2,909 | 1,608 | 1,301 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,549 | 695 | 854 |
Nearby Villages of Jandial
Jandial 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 Jandial
Jandial is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jandial is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Jandial is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jandial
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jandial village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jandial
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jandial village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jandial
Where is Jandial located?
Jandial village is located in Bhalwal Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jandial?
The Gram Panchayat of Jandial is Jandyal Upper.
What is the pincode of Jandial?
The pincode of Jandial is 181122.
What is the population of Jandial?
Jandial had a total population of 4,458, including 2,303 males and 2,155 females.
How many households are there in Jandial?
Jandial had 873 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jandial?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jandial was 76.49%. Male literacy was 83.10% and female literacy was 69.65%.