Platan
Platan is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Platan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Platan unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Platan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Platan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Platan is 005556. The village spans a total geographical area of 423.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181204. Khour is nearest town to Platan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Platan
Population of Platan
According to the 2011 Census, Platan has a total population of about 1,790, with approximately 889 males and 901 females. The sex ratio is around 1013 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 207 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 385 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.79%, with male literacy at about 77.84% and female literacy near 67.81%. There are around 478 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Platan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,790 | 889 | 901 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 123 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 385 | 189 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,303 | 692 | 611 |
| Illiterate Population | 487 | 197 | 290 |
Connectivity of Platan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Platan. As per the 2011 stats, Platan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Platan
Knowing the nearby villages of Platan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Platan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Platan
- Where is Platan located?
- Platan village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Platan?
- Platan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Platan?
- The pincode of Platan is 181204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Platan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Platan is 1,790, with 889 males and 901 females.
- How many households are there in Platan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Platan village has a total of 478 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Platan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Platan is 72.79%. The male literacy rate is 77.84%, while the female literacy rate is 67.81%.