Ari - Mendhar, Poonch
Ari is a village situated in the Mendhar tehsil of Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from Mendhar and around 44 km from Punch. Ari Mardan Shah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ari is 001208. The village covers a total geographical area of 1335 hectares and falls under the 185211 pincode. Punch is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Ari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ari
According to the 2011 Census, Ari village had a total population of 7,772 people, including 3,944 males and 3,828 females, living in 1,544 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.48%, with male literacy at 85.57% and female literacy at 63.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,091.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,772 | 3,944 | 3,828 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,256 | 687 | 569 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,091 | 1,068 | 1,023 |
| Literate Population | 4,853 | 2,787 | 2,066 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,919 | 1,157 | 1,762 |
Nearby Villages of Ari
Ari 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 Ari
Ari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Punch to Ari is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ari
Where is Ari located?
Ari village is located in Mendhar Tehsil, Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ari?
The Gram Panchayat of Ari is Ari Mardan Shah.
What is the pincode of Ari?
The pincode of Ari is 185211.
What is the population of Ari?
Ari had a total population of 7,772, including 3,944 males and 3,828 females.
How many households are there in Ari?
Ari had 1,544 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ari was 74.48%. Male literacy was 85.57% and female literacy was 63.39%.