Afani - Atholi (Paddar), Kishtwar
Afani is a village situated in the Atholi (Paddar) tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. Affani serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Afani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Afani is 004798. The village covers a total geographical area of 144.1 hectares and falls under the 182204 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Afani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Afani
According to the 2011 Census, Afani village had a total population of 1,184 people, including 621 males and 563 females, living in 225 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.70%, with male literacy at 69.32% and female literacy at 45.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 1,184 | 621 | 563 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 119 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 558 | 348 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 626 | 273 | 353 |
Nearby Villages of Afani
Afani 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 Afani
Public transport in the Afani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kishtwar to Afani is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Afani is about 71 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 Afani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Afani 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Afani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Afani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Afani
Where is Afani located?
Afani village is located in Atholi (Paddar) Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Afani?
The Halqa Panchayat of Afani is Affani.
What is the pincode of Afani?
The pincode of Afani is 182204.
What is the population of Afani?
Afani had a total population of 1,184, including 621 males and 563 females.
How many households are there in Afani?
Afani had 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Afani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Afani was 57.70%. Male literacy was 69.32% and female literacy was 45.16%.