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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Mundh village had a total population of 677 people, including 345 males and 332 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.27%, with male literacy at 86.09% and female literacy at 70.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 177, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 32.
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 | 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 Halqa Panchayat of Mundh?
The Halqa 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 had a total population of 677, including 345 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Mundh?
Mundh had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mundh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundh was 78.27%. Male literacy was 86.09% and female literacy was 70.03%.