Forelain - Kathua
Forelain is a village situated in the Kathua tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Kathua, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Forelain East serves as the Gram Panchayat for Forelain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Forelain is 001792. The village covers a total geographical area of 4405 hectares and falls under the 184143 pincode. Kathua is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Forelain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basohli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Forelain
As per Census 2011, Forelain village has a total population of 6,462 people, consisting of 3,378 males and 3,084 females. The village has 1,234 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 937 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,878 literate and 2,584 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,088 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,005 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Forelain are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,462 | 3,378 | 3,084 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 937 | 520 | 417 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,088 | 583 | 505 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,005 | 530 | 475 |
| Literate Population | 3,878 | 2,210 | 1,668 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,584 | 1,168 | 1,416 |
Nearby Villages of Forelain
Forelain 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 Forelain
Forelain is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kathua to Forelain is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Forelain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Forelain village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Forelain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Forelain village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Forelain
Where is Forelain located?
Forelain village is located in Kathua Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Forelain?
The Gram Panchayat of Forelain is Forelain East.
What is the pincode of Forelain?
The pincode of Forelain is 184143.
What is the population of Forelain?
Forelain has a total population of 6,462, including 3,378 males and 3,084 females.
How many households are there in Forelain?
There are 1,234 households in Forelain.
What is the literacy rate in Forelain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Forelain is 60.01%. Male literacy is 65.42% and female literacy is 54.09%.