Plera

Plera is a village located in Mandi tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Mandi (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Plera village is also a gram panchayat.

Plera has its own place in the vibrant Punch 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 Plera

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Plera is 001165. The village spans a total geographical area of 745 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185102. Punch is nearest town to Plera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

When it comes to local governance, Plera 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 Poonch Haveli 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.

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Population of Plera

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,551 1,840 1,711
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 584 308 276
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 453 235 218
Literate Population 1,766 1,147 619
Illiterate Population 1,785 693 1,092

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

  • The total population of Plera village is around 3,551, including approximately 1,840 males and 1,711 females, with a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 584 children aged 0–6 years in Plera village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Plera village has 453 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Plera village is about 49.73%, with male literacy at 62.34% and female literacy at 36.18%.
  • There are around 755 households in Plera village.

Connectivity of Plera

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Plera. As per the 2011 stats, Plera 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 Plera

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Plera

Where is Plera located?
Plera village is situated in Mandi Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Plera?
Plera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Plera?
The pincode of Plera is 185102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Plera as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Plera is 3,551, with 1,840 males and 1,711 females.
How many households are there in Plera as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Plera village has a total of 755 households.
What is the literacy rate in Plera as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Plera is 49.73%. The male literacy rate is 62.34%, while the female literacy rate is 36.18%.