Gharani
Gharani is a village located in Ranbir Singh Pora tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 27km away from Jammu, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gharani village. As per 2009 stats, Gharana is the gram panchayat of Gharani village.
Here you can discover what makes Gharani unique in its vibrant Ranbir Singh Pora-Jammu region. You’ll see Gharani’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 Gharani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gharani is 006145. The village spans a total geographical area of 242.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181102. Ranbir Singh Pora is nearest town to Gharani village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Gharani village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Suchet Garh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jammu Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gharani
Population of Gharani
According to the 2011 Census, Gharani has a total population of about 1,010, with approximately 526 males and 484 females. The sex ratio is around 920 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 89 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.60%, with male literacy at about 82.51% and female literacy near 76.45%. There are around 256 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gharani's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,010 | 526 | 484 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 57 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 804 | 434 | 370 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 92 | 114 |
Connectivity of Gharani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gharani. As per the 2011 stats, Gharani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gharani
Knowing the nearby villages of Gharani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gharani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gharani
- Where is Gharani located?
- Gharani village is situated in Ranbir Singh Pora Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gharani?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gharani is Gharana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gharani?
- The pincode of Gharani is 181102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gharani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gharani is 1,010, with 526 males and 484 females.
- How many households are there in Gharani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gharani village has a total of 256 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gharani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gharani is 79.60%. The male literacy rate is 82.51%, while the female literacy rate is 76.45%.