Jaswan - Marh, Jammu
Jaswan is a village situated in the Marh tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from Jammu and around 18 km from Jammu. Jaswan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaswan is 005790. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.2 hectares and falls under the 180002 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Jaswan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jaswan
According to the 2011 Census, Jaswan village had a total population of 753 people, including 396 males and 357 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.42%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 74.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 328.
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 | 753 | 396 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 53 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 328 | 182 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 538 | 294 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 102 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Jaswan
Jaswan 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 Jaswan
Jaswan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jaswan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jammu to Jaswan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Jaswan is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaswan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaswan 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 Jaswan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaswan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jaswan
Where is Jaswan located?
Jaswan village is located in Marh Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaswan?
Jaswan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jaswan?
The pincode of Jaswan is 180002.
What is the population of Jaswan?
Jaswan had a total population of 753, including 396 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Jaswan?
Jaswan had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaswan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaswan was 80.42%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 74.85%.