Jerda - Ramgarh, Samba
Jerda is a village situated in the Ramgarh tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 28 km from Samba and around 28 km from Samba. Chak Nazir serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jerda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jerda is 006549. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.9 hectares and falls under the 181141 pincode.
Jerda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jerda
According to the 2011 Census, Jerda village had a total population of 668 people, including 346 males and 322 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.83%, with male literacy at 93.71% and female literacy at 83.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 68.
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 | 668 | 346 | 322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 60 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 509 | 268 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 78 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Jerda
Jerda 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 Jerda
Jerda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jerda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Samba to Jerda is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jerda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jerda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jerda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jerda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jerda
Where is Jerda located?
Jerda village is located in Ramgarh Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jerda?
The Gram Panchayat of Jerda is Chak Nazir.
What is the pincode of Jerda?
The pincode of Jerda is 181141.
What is the population of Jerda?
Jerda had a total population of 668, including 346 males and 322 females.
How many households are there in Jerda?
Jerda had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jerda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jerda was 88.83%. Male literacy was 93.71% and female literacy was 83.97%.