Mehmoodpur - Bishnah, Jammu
Mehmoodpur is a village situated in the Bishnah tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishnah and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Chak Avtara serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Mehmoodpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehmoodpur is 006180. The village covers a total geographical area of 119.4 hectares and falls under the 181132 pincode. Bishnah is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Mehmoodpur 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 Mehmoodpur
According to the 2011 Census, Mehmoodpur village had a total population of 1,053 people, including 553 males and 500 females, living in 201 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.42%, with male literacy at 87.55% and female literacy at 70.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 701, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 31.
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 | 1,053 | 553 | 500 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 71 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 701 | 362 | 339 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 741 | 422 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 131 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Mehmoodpur
Mehmoodpur 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 Mehmoodpur
Mehmoodpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bishnah to Mehmoodpur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Mehmoodpur is about 16 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 Mehmoodpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehmoodpur 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 Mehmoodpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehmoodpur 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 Mehmoodpur
Where is Mehmoodpur located?
Mehmoodpur village is located in Bishnah Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Mehmoodpur?
The Halqa Panchayat of Mehmoodpur is Chak Avtara.
What is the pincode of Mehmoodpur?
The pincode of Mehmoodpur is 181132.
What is the population of Mehmoodpur?
Mehmoodpur had a total population of 1,053, including 553 males and 500 females.
How many households are there in Mehmoodpur?
Mehmoodpur had 201 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehmoodpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehmoodpur was 79.42%. Male literacy was 87.55% and female literacy was 70.73%.