Purana Pind - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Purana Pind is a village situated in the R. S. Pura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from R.s.pora and around 20 km from Jammu. Gagian serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Purana Pind village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purana Pind is 006066. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.3 hectares and falls under the 181102 pincode. R.s.pora is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Purana Pind 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 Purana Pind
According to the 2011 Census, Purana Pind village had a total population of 106 people, including 56 males and 50 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.38%, with male literacy at 78.85% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 106 | 56 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 41 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 15 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Purana Pind
Purana Pind is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mokhey | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Aminpur | West | 1.63 km |
| Puro Bhan | North | 1.74 km |
| Sunder Pur | East | 1.75 km |
| Chak Musa | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Arazi Badyal | South | 2.14 km |
| Chak Khana | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Agwan | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Gagian | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Dher | West | 2.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purana Pind
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Purana Pind. The nearest railway station is Bari Brahman, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Purana Pind is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Purana Pind is about 20 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 Purana Pind
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purana Pind village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Purana Pind
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purana Pind village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purana Pind
Where is Purana Pind located?
Purana Pind village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Purana Pind?
The Halqa Panchayat of Purana Pind is Gagian.
What is the pincode of Purana Pind?
The pincode of Purana Pind is 181102.
What is the population of Purana Pind?
Purana Pind had a total population of 106, including 56 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Purana Pind?
Purana Pind had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purana Pind?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purana Pind was 79.38%. Male literacy was 78.85% and female literacy was 80.00%.