Pantal - Hiranagar, Kathua
Pantal is a village situated in the Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiranagar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Chhan Khatrian serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Pantal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pantal is 001991. The village covers a total geographical area of 127 hectares and falls under the 184142 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Pantal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hira Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pantal
According to the 2011 Census, Pantal village had a total population of 522 people, including 271 males and 251 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.46%, with male literacy at 89.29% and female literacy at 75.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102.
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 | 522 | 271 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 47 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 51 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 362 | 200 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 71 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Pantal
Pantal 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 Pantal
Pantal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Pantal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiranagar to Pantal is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Pantal is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pantal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pantal 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pantal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pantal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pantal
Where is Pantal located?
Pantal village is located in Hiranagar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Pantal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Pantal is Chhan Khatrian.
What is the pincode of Pantal?
The pincode of Pantal is 184142.
What is the population of Pantal?
Pantal had a total population of 522, including 271 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Pantal?
Pantal had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pantal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pantal was 82.46%. Male literacy was 89.29% and female literacy was 75.35%.