Kanal - Jammu
Kanal is a village situated in the Jammu tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 60 km from Jammu, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Pounthal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanal is 005723. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 180017 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Kanal 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 Kanal
According to the 2011 Census, Kanal village had a total population of 77 people, including 43 males and 34 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 791 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.94%, with male literacy at 51.35% and female literacy at 14.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 59.
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 | 77 | 43 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 19 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 24 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Kanal
Kanal 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 Kanal
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kanal. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kanal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Kanal is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanal 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 Kanal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanal 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 Kanal
Where is Kanal located?
Kanal village is located in Jammu Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanal is Pounthal.
What is the pincode of Kanal?
The pincode of Kanal is 180017.
What is the population of Kanal?
Kanal had a total population of 77, including 43 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Kanal?
Kanal had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanal was 35.94%. Male literacy was 51.35% and female literacy was 14.81%.