Plassi - Basohli, Kathua
Plassi is a village situated in the Basohli tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from Basohli and around 70 km from Kathua. Plassi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Plassi is 001755. The village covers a total geographical area of 78 hectares and falls under the 184201 pincode. Basohli is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Plassi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basohli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Plassi
According to the 2011 Census, Plassi village had a total population of 482 people, including 256 males and 226 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.19%, with male literacy at 83.77% and female literacy at 63.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 482 | 256 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 191 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 65 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Plassi
Plassi 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 Plassi
Plassi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Basohli to Plassi is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Plassi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Plassi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Plassi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Plassi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Plassi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Plassi
Where is Plassi located?
Plassi village is located in Basohli Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Plassi?
Plassi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Plassi?
The pincode of Plassi is 184201.
What is the population of Plassi?
Plassi had a total population of 482, including 256 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Plassi?
Plassi had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Plassi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Plassi was 74.19%. Male literacy was 83.77% and female literacy was 63.37%.