Ganda - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Ganda is a village situated in the R. S. Pura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from R.s.pura and around 8 km from Jammu. Darsopur serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Ganda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganda is 006026. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 181101 pincode. R.s.pura is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Ganda 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 Ganda
According to the 2011 Census, Ganda village had a total population of 640 people, including 339 males and 301 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.44%, with male literacy at 73.65% and female literacy at 62.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 513, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 117.
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 | 640 | 339 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 43 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 513 | 273 | 240 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 117 | 62 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 218 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 121 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Ganda
Ganda 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 Ganda
Public transport in the Ganda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ganda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 R.s.pura to Ganda is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Ganda is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ganda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ganda
Where is Ganda located?
Ganda village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Ganda?
The Halqa Panchayat of Ganda is Darsopur.
What is the pincode of Ganda?
The pincode of Ganda is 181101.
What is the population of Ganda?
Ganda had a total population of 640, including 339 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Ganda?
Ganda had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganda was 68.44%. Male literacy was 73.65% and female literacy was 62.69%.