Mooni Village - Billawar, Kathua
Mooni is a village situated in the Billawar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Billawar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Mooni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mooni is 001701. The village covers a total geographical area of 397 hectares and falls under the 184202 pincode. Billawar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Mooni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mooni
As per Census 2011, Mooni village has a total population of 1,525 people, consisting of 818 males and 707 females. The village has 267 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 953 literate and 572 illiterate residents. Additionally, 549 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mooni are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,525 | 818 | 707 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 120 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 549 | 296 | 253 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 953 | 586 | 367 |
| Illiterate Population | 572 | 232 | 340 |
Nearby Villages of Mooni
Mooni 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 Mooni
Mooni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Billawar to Mooni is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Mooni is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mooni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mooni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mooni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mooni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mooni
Where is Mooni located?
Mooni village is located in Billawar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mooni?
Mooni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mooni?
The pincode of Mooni is 184202.
What is the population of Mooni?
Mooni has a total population of 1,525, including 818 males and 707 females.
How many households are there in Mooni?
There are 267 households in Mooni.
What is the literacy rate in Mooni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mooni is 62.49%. Male literacy is 71.64% and female literacy is 51.91%.