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Akhnoor, Historical city in Jammu district, India

The city of Akhnoor extends along the banks of the Chenab River at an elevation of 301 meters within the Jammu district.

Archaeological excavations revealed that Akhnoor contained settlements from the Indus Valley civilization, with terracotta figures and artifacts from that period.

The population of Akhnoor speaks multiple languages including Dogri, Punjabi, Urdu, Hindi, and English, with Hinduism as the primary religion.

Located 28 kilometers from Jammu city, Akhnoor connects to neighboring districts through National Highway 144A and maintains strategic importance near the Pakistani border.

The name Akhnoor originates from Mughal Emperor Jahangir, who named it Aankho-ka-Noor after the local air improved his eye infection.

Location: Jammu district

Elevation above the sea: 301 m

Website: http://akhnoor.nic.in

GPS coordinates: 32.90195,74.73474

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:57

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