Pelather
Pelather is a village located in Majalta tehsil of Udhampur district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Majalta (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Udhampur. As per 2009 stats, Jansal is the gram panchayat of Pelather village.
Here you can discover what makes Pelather unique in its vibrant Majalta-Udhampur region. You’ll see Pelather’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Pelather
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pelather is 005136. The village spans a total geographical area of 262.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182117. Udhampur is nearest town to Pelather village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
Google Map of Pelather
Population of Pelather
According to the 2011 Census, Pelather has a total population of about 912, with approximately 485 males and 427 females. The sex ratio is around 880 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 136 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 308 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 11. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.86%, with male literacy at about 74.23% and female literacy near 62.76%. There are around 167 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pelather's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 912 | 485 | 427 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 76 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 308 | 167 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 628 | 360 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 125 | 159 |
Connectivity of Pelather
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pelather. As per the 2011 stats, Pelather 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pelather
Knowing the nearby villages of Pelather helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pelather.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pelather
- Where is Pelather located?
- Pelather village is situated in Majalta Tehsil, within the Udhampur district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pelather?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pelather is Jansal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pelather?
- The pincode of Pelather is 182117, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pelather as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pelather is 912, with 485 males and 427 females.
- How many households are there in Pelather as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pelather village has a total of 167 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pelather as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pelather is 68.86%. The male literacy rate is 74.23%, while the female literacy rate is 62.76%.