Ongai - Atholi (Paddar), Kishtwar
Ongai is a village situated in the Atholi (Paddar) tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atholi(padder) and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Kishtwar. Sohal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ongai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ongai is 004788. The village covers a total geographical area of 2076.1 hectares and falls under the 182204 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Ongai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ongai
As per Census 2011, Ongai village has a total population of 623 people, consisting of 335 males and 288 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 271 literate and 352 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ongai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 623 | 335 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 46 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 175 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 352 | 160 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Ongai
Ongai 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 Ongai
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ongai.
| 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 Ongai is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Ongai is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ongai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ongai 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 Ongai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ongai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ongai
Where is Ongai located?
Ongai village is located in Atholi (Paddar) Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ongai?
The Gram Panchayat of Ongai is Sohal.
What is the pincode of Ongai?
The pincode of Ongai is 182204.
What is the population of Ongai?
Ongai has a total population of 623, including 335 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Ongai?
There are 126 households in Ongai.
What is the literacy rate in Ongai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ongai is 43.50%. Male literacy is 52.24% and female literacy is 33.33%.