Preta
Preta is a village located in Bashohli tehsil of Kathua district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Basohli (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Kathua.
Preta has its own place in the vibrant Kathua region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Preta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Preta is 001738. The village spans a total geographical area of 1172 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184201. Basohli is nearest town to Preta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Preta
Population of Preta
Below is a concise population overview of Preta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,200 | 1,675 | 1,525 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 206 | 183 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 334 | 165 | 169 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 367 | 204 | 163 |
Literate Population | 1,901 | 1,092 | 809 |
Illiterate Population | 1,299 | 583 | 716 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Preta village:
- The total population of Preta village is around 3,200, including approximately 1,675 males and 1,525 females, with a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 389 children aged 0–6 years in Preta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Preta village has 334 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 367 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Preta village is about 59.41%, with male literacy at 65.19% and female literacy at 53.05%.
- There are around 598 households in Preta village.
Connectivity of Preta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Preta. As per the 2011 stats, Preta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Preta
Knowing the nearby villages of Preta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Preta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Preta
- Where is Preta located?
- Preta village is situated in Bashohli Tehsil, within the Kathua district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the pincode of Preta?
- The pincode of Preta is 184201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Preta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Preta is 3,200, with 1,675 males and 1,525 females.
- How many households are there in Preta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Preta village has a total of 598 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Preta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Preta is 59.41%. The male literacy rate is 65.19%, while the female literacy rate is 53.05%.