Gharattal - Maira Mandrian, Jammu
Gharattal is a village situated in the Maira Mandrian tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 22 km from Akhnoor and around 50 km from Jammu. Gharattal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gharattal is 005448. The village covers a total geographical area of 396.6 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Gharattal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akhnoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gharattal
As per Census 2011, Gharattal village has a total population of 906 people, consisting of 464 males and 442 females. The village has 203 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 540 literate and 366 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 145 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gharattal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 906 | 464 | 442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 62 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 63 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 72 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 540 | 316 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 366 | 148 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Gharattal
Gharattal 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 Gharattal
Gharattal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Akhnoor to Gharattal is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Gharattal is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gharattal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gharattal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gharattal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gharattal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gharattal
Where is Gharattal located?
Gharattal village is located in Maira Mandrian Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gharattal?
Gharattal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gharattal?
The pincode of Gharattal is 181201.
What is the population of Gharattal?
Gharattal has a total population of 906, including 464 males and 442 females.
How many households are there in Gharattal?
There are 203 households in Gharattal.
What is the literacy rate in Gharattal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gharattal is 59.60%. Male literacy is 68.10% and female literacy is 50.68%.