Jinder Kalan - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Jinder Kalan is a village situated in the R. S. Pura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from R.s.pora and around 16 km from Jammu. Jindlehar serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Jinder Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jinder Kalan is 006079. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.3 hectares and falls under the 181111 pincode. R.s.pora is the nearest town.
Jinder Kalan 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 Jinder Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Jinder Kalan village had a total population of 1,300 people, including 690 males and 610 females, living in 264 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.61%, with male literacy at 87.42% and female literacy at 68.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 975, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 1,300 | 690 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 70 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 975 | 511 | 464 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 919 | 542 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 381 | 148 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Jinder Kalan
Jinder Kalan 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 Jinder Kalan
Public transport in the Jinder Kalan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Jammu to Jinder Kalan is about 16 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 Jinder Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jinder Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jinder Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jinder Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jinder Kalan
Where is Jinder Kalan located?
Jinder Kalan village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Jinder Kalan?
The Halqa Panchayat of Jinder Kalan is Jindlehar.
What is the pincode of Jinder Kalan?
The pincode of Jinder Kalan is 181111.
What is the population of Jinder Kalan?
Jinder Kalan had a total population of 1,300, including 690 males and 610 females.
How many households are there in Jinder Kalan?
Jinder Kalan had 264 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jinder Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jinder Kalan was 78.61%. Male literacy was 87.42% and female literacy was 68.67%.