Jandrah - Dansal, Jammu
Jandrah is a village situated in the Dansal tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 54 km from Jammu and around 54 km from Jammu. Jindrah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jandrah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jandrah is 005700. The village covers a total geographical area of 535.8 hectares and falls under the 181224 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Jandrah 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 Jandrah
According to the 2011 Census, Jandrah village had a total population of 1,863 people, including 975 males and 888 females, living in 349 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.74%, with male literacy at 80.36% and female literacy at 62.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 418, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 336.
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 | 1,863 | 975 | 888 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 150 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 418 | 205 | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 336 | 179 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 1,140 | 663 | 477 |
| Illiterate Population | 723 | 312 | 411 |
Nearby Villages of Jandrah
Jandrah 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 Jandrah
Jandrah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Jandrah.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jammu to Jandrah is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Jandrah is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jandrah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jandrah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jandrah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jandrah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jandrah
Where is Jandrah located?
Jandrah village is located in Dansal Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jandrah?
The Gram Panchayat of Jandrah is Jindrah.
What is the pincode of Jandrah?
The pincode of Jandrah is 181224.
What is the population of Jandrah?
Jandrah had a total population of 1,863, including 975 males and 888 females.
How many households are there in Jandrah?
Jandrah had 349 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jandrah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jandrah was 71.74%. Male literacy was 80.36% and female literacy was 62.43%.