Jinder Khurd - Bishnah, Jammu
Jinder Khurd is a village situated in the Bishnah tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishnah and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Chak Avtara serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Jinder Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jinder Khurd is 006179. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.6 hectares and falls under the 181132 pincode. Bishnah is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Jinder Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bishnah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jinder Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Jinder Khurd village had a total population of 590 people, including 309 males and 281 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.10%, with male literacy at 90.55% and female literacy at 72.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 469, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 102.
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 | 590 | 309 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 469 | 244 | 225 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 54 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 431 | 249 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 60 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Jinder Khurd
Jinder Khurd 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 Jinder Khurd
Jinder Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bishnah to Jinder Khurd is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Jinder Khurd 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 Jinder Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jinder Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jinder Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jinder Khurd 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jinder Khurd
Where is Jinder Khurd located?
Jinder Khurd village is located in Bishnah Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Jinder Khurd?
The Halqa Panchayat of Jinder Khurd is Chak Avtara.
What is the pincode of Jinder Khurd?
The pincode of Jinder Khurd is 181132.
What is the population of Jinder Khurd?
Jinder Khurd had a total population of 590, including 309 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Jinder Khurd?
Jinder Khurd had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jinder Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jinder Khurd was 82.10%. Male literacy was 90.55% and female literacy was 72.80%.