Gazian - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Gazian is a village situated in the R. S. Pura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from R.s.pura and around 15 km from Jammu. Kotli Mian Fateh serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Gazian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gazian is 006019. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.8 hectares and falls under the 181101 pincode. R.s.pura is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Gazian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gazian
According to the 2011 Census, Gazian village had a total population of 610 people, including 309 males and 301 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.23%, with male literacy at 81.72% and female literacy at 66.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 547, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 38.
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 | 610 | 309 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 547 | 281 | 266 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 409 | 228 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 81 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Gazian
Gazian 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 Gazian
Gazian is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from R.s.pura to Gazian is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Gazian is about 15 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 Gazian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gazian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gazian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gazian 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 Gazian
Where is Gazian located?
Gazian village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Gazian?
The Halqa Panchayat of Gazian is Kotli Mian Fateh.
What is the pincode of Gazian?
The pincode of Gazian is 181101.
What is the population of Gazian?
Gazian had a total population of 610, including 309 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Gazian?
Gazian had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gazian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gazian was 74.23%. Male literacy was 81.72% and female literacy was 66.54%.