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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Ganda village has a total population of 640 people, consisting of 339 males and 301 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 386 literate and 254 illiterate residents. Additionally, 513 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 117 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganda are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Ganda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganda is Darsopur.
What is the pincode of Ganda?
The pincode of Ganda is 181101.
What is the population of Ganda?
Ganda has a total population of 640, including 339 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Ganda?
There are 119 households in Ganda.
What is the literacy rate in Ganda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganda is 60.31%. Male literacy is 64.31% and female literacy is 55.81%.