Islamabad - Haveli, Poonch
Islamabad is a village situated in the Haveli tehsil of Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Haveli and around 11 km from Punch. Islamabad village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Islamabad is 001091. The village covers a total geographical area of 329 hectares and falls under the 185101 pincode. Punch is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Islamabad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Islamabad
According to the 2011 Census, Islamabad village had a total population of 1,727 people, including 877 males and 850 females, living in 341 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.41%, with male literacy at 69.42% and female literacy at 49.02%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 900.
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 | 1,727 | 877 | 850 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 187 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 900 | 468 | 432 |
| Literate Population | 805 | 479 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 922 | 398 | 524 |
Nearby Villages of Islamabad
Islamabad 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 Islamabad
Islamabad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Punch to Islamabad is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Islamabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Islamabad 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 Islamabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Islamabad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Islamabad
Where is Islamabad located?
Islamabad village is located in Haveli Tehsil, Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Islamabad?
Islamabad is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Islamabad?
The pincode of Islamabad is 185101.
What is the population of Islamabad?
Islamabad had a total population of 1,727, including 877 males and 850 females.
How many households are there in Islamabad?
Islamabad had 341 households.
What is the literacy rate in Islamabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Islamabad was 59.41%. Male literacy was 69.42% and female literacy was 49.02%.