Majoor - Chowki Choura, Jammu
Majoor is a village situated in the Chowki Choura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 35 km from Akhnoor and around 58 km from Jammu. Dhana Jallara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Majoor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majoor is 005485. The village covers a total geographical area of 1532.6 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Majoor 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 Majoor
As per Census 2011, Majoor village has a total population of 1,787 people, consisting of 932 males and 855 females. The village has 347 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 228 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,060 literate and 727 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Majoor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,787 | 932 | 855 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 122 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,060 | 632 | 428 |
| Illiterate Population | 727 | 300 | 427 |
Nearby Villages of Majoor
Majoor 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 Majoor
Majoor 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 >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 Akhnoor to Majoor is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Majoor is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Majoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majoor 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 Majoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majoor 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Majoor
Where is Majoor located?
Majoor village is located in Chowki Choura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Majoor?
The Gram Panchayat of Majoor is Dhana Jallara.
What is the pincode of Majoor?
The pincode of Majoor is 181201.
What is the population of Majoor?
Majoor has a total population of 1,787, including 932 males and 855 females.
How many households are there in Majoor?
There are 347 households in Majoor.
What is the literacy rate in Majoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majoor is 59.32%. Male literacy is 67.81% and female literacy is 50.06%.