Slay - Dansal, Jammu
Slay is a village situated in the Dansal tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 48 km from Jammu and around 48 km from Jammu. Kanyala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Slay village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Slay is 005690. The village covers a total geographical area of 539.1 hectares and falls under the 181224 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Slay 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 Slay
As per Census 2011, Slay village has a total population of 753 people, consisting of 400 males and 353 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 456 literate and 297 illiterate residents. Additionally, 123 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 351 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Slay are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 753 | 400 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 59 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 60 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 351 | 175 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 456 | 271 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 129 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Slay
Slay 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 Slay
Slay is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Slay.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Jammu to Slay is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Slay is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Slay
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Slay 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Slay
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Slay 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Slay
Where is Slay located?
Slay village is located in Dansal Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Slay?
The Gram Panchayat of Slay is Kanyala.
What is the pincode of Slay?
The pincode of Slay is 181224.
What is the population of Slay?
Slay has a total population of 753, including 400 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Slay?
There are 132 households in Slay.
What is the literacy rate in Slay?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Slay is 60.56%. Male literacy is 67.75% and female literacy is 52.41%.