Afti - Warwan, Kishtwar
Afti is a village situated in the Warwan tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 36 km from Marwah and around 132 km from Kishtwar. Afti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Afti is 004734. The village covers a total geographical area of 1163.9 hectares and falls under the 182205 pincode. Kokernag is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Afti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Afti
According to the 2011 Census, Afti village had a total population of 932 people, including 504 males and 428 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 849 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.41%, with male literacy at 68.35% and female literacy at 39.16%.
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 | 932 | 504 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 87 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 415 | 285 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 517 | 219 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Afti
Afti 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 Afti
Public transport in the Afti 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 Kokernag to Afti is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Afti is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Afti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Afti 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 Afti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Afti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Afti
Where is Afti located?
Afti village is located in Warwan Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Afti?
Afti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Afti?
The pincode of Afti is 182205.
What is the population of Afti?
Afti had a total population of 932, including 504 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Afti?
Afti had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Afti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Afti was 55.41%. Male literacy was 68.35% and female literacy was 39.16%.