Mulchiter - Mugal Maidan, Kishtwar
Mulchiter is a village situated in the Mugal Maidan tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Chhatroo and around 32 km from Kishtwar. Dadpeth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mulchiter village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mulchiter is 004763. The village covers a total geographical area of 1214.9 hectares and falls under the 182205 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Mulchiter village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Inderwal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mulchiter
According to the 2011 Census, Mulchiter village had a total population of 3,121 people, including 1,622 males and 1,499 females, living in 671 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.40%, with male literacy at 70.94% and female literacy at 44.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 238.
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 | 3,121 | 1,622 | 1,499 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 515 | 273 | 242 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 238 | 135 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 1,522 | 957 | 565 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,599 | 665 | 934 |
Nearby Villages of Mulchiter
Mulchiter 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 Mulchiter
Mulchiter is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Mulchiter is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Mulchiter is about 32 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 Mulchiter
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mulchiter village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mulchiter
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mulchiter 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mulchiter
Where is Mulchiter located?
Mulchiter village is located in Mugal Maidan Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mulchiter?
The Gram Panchayat of Mulchiter is Dadpeth.
What is the pincode of Mulchiter?
The pincode of Mulchiter is 182205.
What is the population of Mulchiter?
Mulchiter had a total population of 3,121, including 1,622 males and 1,499 females.
How many households are there in Mulchiter?
Mulchiter had 671 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mulchiter?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mulchiter was 58.40%. Male literacy was 70.94% and female literacy was 44.95%.