Afani

Afani is a village located in Atholi tehsil of Kishtwar district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 71km away from district headquarter Atholi(padder). Atholi(padder) is the sub-district headquarter of Afani village. As per 2009 stats, Affani is the gram panchayat of Afani village.

Afani has its own place in the vibrant Kishtwar 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 Afani

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Afani is 004798. The village spans a total geographical area of 144.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182204. Kishtwar is nearest town to Afani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 85km away.

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Population of Afani

Below is a concise population overview of Afani as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,184 621 563
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 217 119 98
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 18 18 N/A
Literate Population 558 348 210
Illiterate Population 626 273 353

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Afani village:

  • The total population of Afani village is around 1,184, including approximately 621 males and 563 females, with a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 217 children aged 0–6 years in Afani village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Afani village has 18 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Afani village is about 47.13%, with male literacy at 56.04% and female literacy at 37.30%.
  • There are around 225 households in Afani village.

Connectivity of Afani

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Afani. As per the 2011 stats, Afani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Afani

Knowing the nearby villages of Afani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Afani.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Afani

Where is Afani located?
Afani village is situated in Atholi Tehsil, within the Kishtwar district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Afani?
The Gram Panchayat of Afani is Affani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Afani?
The pincode of Afani is 182204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Afani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Afani is 1,184, with 621 males and 563 females.
How many households are there in Afani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Afani village has a total of 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Afani as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Afani is 47.13%. The male literacy rate is 56.04%, while the female literacy rate is 37.30%.