Gagian - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Gagian is a village situated in the R. S. Pura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 1 km from R.s.pora and around 25 km from Jammu. Gagian village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gagian is 006038. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.6 hectares and falls under the 181102 pincode. R.s.pora is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Gagian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the RS Pura South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gagian
As per Census 2011, Gagian village has a total population of 1,818 people, consisting of 947 males and 871 females. The village has 374 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,388 literate and 430 illiterate residents. Additionally, 897 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 77 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gagian are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,818 | 947 | 871 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 89 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 897 | 466 | 431 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 1,388 | 777 | 611 |
| Illiterate Population | 430 | 170 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Gagian
Gagian 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thikrian | North-East | 0.96 km |
| Kotli Arjun Singh | North | 1.74 km |
| Sunder Pur | South | 1.96 km |
| Puro Bhan | West | 2.23 km |
| Purana Pind | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Chak Musa | South | 2.73 km |
| Chak Khana | West | 2.91 km |
| Tanda | East | 3.22 km |
| Agwan | South | 3.45 km |
| Nari | North-East | 3.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gagian
Gagian is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bari Brahman, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 11.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 R.s.pora to Gagian is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Gagian is about 25 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 Gagian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gagian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gagian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gagian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gagian
Where is Gagian located?
Gagian village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gagian?
Gagian is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gagian?
The pincode of Gagian is 181102.
What is the population of Gagian?
Gagian has a total population of 1,818, including 947 males and 871 females.
How many households are there in Gagian?
There are 374 households in Gagian.
What is the literacy rate in Gagian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gagian is 76.35%. Male literacy is 82.05% and female literacy is 70.15%.