Queer - Maira Mandrian, Jammu
Queer is a village situated in the Maira Mandrian tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 32 km from Akhnoor and around 60 km from Jammu. Queer village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Queer is 005440. The village covers a total geographical area of 728.4 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Queer 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 Queer
As per Census 2011, Queer village has a total population of 784 people, consisting of 432 males and 352 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 814 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 493 literate and 291 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 76 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Queer are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 784 | 432 | 352 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 73 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 44 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 493 | 290 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 142 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Queer
Queer 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 Queer
Queer is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Queer is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Queer is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Queer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Queer village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Queer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Queer village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Queer
Where is Queer located?
Queer village is located in Maira Mandrian Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Queer?
Queer is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Queer?
The pincode of Queer is 181201.
What is the population of Queer?
Queer has a total population of 784, including 432 males and 352 females.
How many households are there in Queer?
There are 155 households in Queer.
What is the literacy rate in Queer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Queer is 62.88%. Male literacy is 67.13% and female literacy is 57.67%.