Majua Laxmi - Bishnah, Jammu
Majua Laxmi is a village situated in the Bishnah tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishnah and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Khojipur serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Majua Laxmi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majua Laxmi is 006224. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.4 hectares and falls under the 181132 pincode. Bishnah is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Majua Laxmi 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 Majua Laxmi
According to the 2011 Census, Majua Laxmi village had a total population of 530 people, including 266 males and 264 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.53%, with male literacy at 88.94% and female literacy at 70.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 67.
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 | 530 | 266 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 40 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 35 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 373 | 201 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 65 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Majua Laxmi
Majua Laxmi 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 Majua Laxmi
Majua Laxmi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Majua Laxmi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bishnah to Majua Laxmi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Majua Laxmi is about 37 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 Majua Laxmi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majua Laxmi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Majua Laxmi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majua Laxmi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Majua Laxmi
Where is Majua Laxmi located?
Majua Laxmi village is located in Bishnah Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Majua Laxmi?
The Halqa Panchayat of Majua Laxmi is Khojipur.
What is the pincode of Majua Laxmi?
The pincode of Majua Laxmi is 181132.
What is the population of Majua Laxmi?
Majua Laxmi had a total population of 530, including 266 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Majua Laxmi?
Majua Laxmi had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Majua Laxmi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majua Laxmi was 79.53%. Male literacy was 88.94% and female literacy was 70.78%.