Plera - Mandi, Poonch
Plera is a village situated in the Mandi tehsil of Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from Mandi and around 22 km from Punch. Plera B serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Plera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Plera is 001165. The village covers a total geographical area of 745 hectares and falls under the 185102 pincode. Punch is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Plera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Plera
According to the 2011 Census, Plera village had a total population of 3,551 people, including 1,840 males and 1,711 females, living in 755 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.52%, with male literacy at 74.87% and female literacy at 43.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 453.
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 | 3,551 | 1,840 | 1,711 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 584 | 308 | 276 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 453 | 235 | 218 |
| Literate Population | 1,766 | 1,147 | 619 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,785 | 693 | 1,092 |
Nearby Villages of Plera
Plera 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 Plera
Plera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Plera is about 22 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 Plera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Plera 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Plera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Plera 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Plera
Where is Plera located?
Plera village is located in Mandi Tehsil, Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Plera?
The Halqa Panchayat of Plera is Plera B.
What is the pincode of Plera?
The pincode of Plera is 185102.
What is the population of Plera?
Plera had a total population of 3,551, including 1,840 males and 1,711 females.
How many households are there in Plera?
Plera had 755 households.
What is the literacy rate in Plera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Plera was 59.52%. Male literacy was 74.87% and female literacy was 43.14%.