Nud - Jourian, Jammu
Nud is a village situated in the Jourian tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 9 km from Akhnoor and around 38 km from Jammu. Devipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nud village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nud is 005532. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 181202 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Nud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhamb Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nud
According to the 2011 Census, Nud village had a total population of 664 people, including 341 males and 323 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.98%, with male literacy at 85.52% and female literacy at 68.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 624.
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 | 664 | 341 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 624 | 322 | 302 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 448 | 254 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 87 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Nud
Nud 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 Nud
Nud is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nud is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Nud is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nud 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 Nud
Where is Nud located?
Nud village is located in Jourian Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nud?
The Gram Panchayat of Nud is Devipur.
What is the pincode of Nud?
The pincode of Nud is 181202.
What is the population of Nud?
Nud had a total population of 664, including 341 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Nud?
Nud had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nud was 76.98%. Male literacy was 85.52% and female literacy was 68.07%.