Guad - Pargwal, Jammu
Guad is a village situated in the Pargwal tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 28 km from Akhnoor and around 38 km from Jammu. Sarwal serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Guad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guad is 005611. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.8 hectares and falls under the 181207 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Guad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Guad
According to the 2011 Census, Guad village had a total population of 469 people, including 232 males and 237 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.85%, with male literacy at 93.23% and female literacy at 76.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 69.
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 | 469 | 232 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 40 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 179 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 53 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Guad
Guad 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 Guad
Guad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Guad is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Guad is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Guad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guad 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Guad
Where is Guad located?
Guad village is located in Pargwal Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Guad?
The Halqa Panchayat of Guad is Sarwal.
What is the pincode of Guad?
The pincode of Guad is 181207.
What is the population of Guad?
Guad had a total population of 469, including 232 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Guad?
Guad had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guad was 84.85%. Male literacy was 93.23% and female literacy was 76.96%.