Jagti - Nagrota, Jammu
Jagti is a village situated in the Nagrota tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Jammu and around 20 km from Jammu. Jagti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jagti is 005764. The village covers a total geographical area of 2081.7 hectares and falls under the 181221 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Jagti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jagti
As per Census 2011, Jagti village has a total population of 3,539 people, consisting of 1,856 males and 1,683 females. The village has 668 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 528 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,144 literate and 1,395 illiterate residents. Additionally, 344 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,776 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jagti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,539 | 1,856 | 1,683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 528 | 263 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 344 | 172 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,776 | 929 | 847 |
| Literate Population | 2,144 | 1,291 | 853 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,395 | 565 | 830 |
Nearby Villages of Jagti
Jagti is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kheri | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Seri Khurd | North-East | 2.67 km |
| Pangali | North | 3.93 km |
| Ban | East | 5.26 km |
| Narain | South-East | 5.67 km |
| Panj Garain | North-East | 5.92 km |
| Chak Rakwalan | South-East | 6.37 km |
| Thathar | South-West | 6.39 km |
| Malhori Jagir | South-East | 7.26 km |
| Baran | West | 7.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jagti
Jagti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bajalta, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Jagti is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Jagti is about 20 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 Jagti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jagti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jagti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jagti 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 Jagti
Where is Jagti located?
Jagti village is located in Nagrota Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jagti?
Jagti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jagti?
The pincode of Jagti is 181221.
What is the population of Jagti?
Jagti has a total population of 3,539, including 1,856 males and 1,683 females.
How many households are there in Jagti?
There are 668 households in Jagti.
What is the literacy rate in Jagti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jagti is 60.58%. Male literacy is 69.56% and female literacy is 50.68%.