Pinder - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Pinder is a village situated in the R. S. Pura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from R.s.pora and around 15 km from Jammu. Phinder serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Pinder village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pinder is 006075. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.1 hectares and falls under the 181101 pincode. R.s.pora is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Pinder village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pinder
According to the 2011 Census, Pinder village had a total population of 2,971 people, including 1,619 males and 1,352 females, living in 586 households. The sex ratio was 835 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.32%, with male literacy at 85.30% and female literacy at 72.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,187, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 34.
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 | 2,971 | 1,619 | 1,352 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 163 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,187 | 1,199 | 988 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 2,136 | 1,242 | 894 |
| Illiterate Population | 835 | 377 | 458 |
Nearby Villages of Pinder
Pinder 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 Pinder
Public transport in the Pinder 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 R.s.pora to Pinder is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Pinder 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 Pinder
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pinder village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pinder
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pinder 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pinder
Where is Pinder located?
Pinder village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Pinder?
The Halqa Panchayat of Pinder is Phinder.
What is the pincode of Pinder?
The pincode of Pinder is 181101.
What is the population of Pinder?
Pinder had a total population of 2,971, including 1,619 males and 1,352 females.
How many households are there in Pinder?
Pinder had 586 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pinder?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pinder was 79.32%. Male literacy was 85.30% and female literacy was 72.27%.