Mundh - Maira Mandrian, Jammu
Mundh is a village situated in the Maira Mandrian tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 16 km from Akhnoor and around 44 km from Jammu. Maira Maindrain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mundh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mundh is 005469. The village covers a total geographical area of 176.4 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Mundh 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 Mundh
As per Census 2011, Mundh village has a total population of 677 people, consisting of 345 males and 332 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 461 literate and 216 illiterate residents. Additionally, 177 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mundh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 677 | 345 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 43 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 87 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 461 | 260 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 85 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Mundh
Mundh 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 Mundh
Mundh 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 Mundh is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Mundh is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mundh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mundh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mundh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mundh 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mundh
Where is Mundh located?
Mundh village is located in Maira Mandrian Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mundh?
The Gram Panchayat of Mundh is Maira Maindrain.
What is the pincode of Mundh?
The pincode of Mundh is 181201.
What is the population of Mundh?
Mundh has a total population of 677, including 345 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Mundh?
There are 141 households in Mundh.
What is the literacy rate in Mundh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundh is 68.09%. Male literacy is 75.36% and female literacy is 60.54%.