Ghani - Mankote, Poonch
Ghani is a village situated in the Mankote tehsil of Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Mendhar and around 45 km from Punch. Ghani Dharati serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Ghani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghani is 001178. The village covers a total geographical area of 1833 hectares and falls under the 185211 pincode. Punch is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Ghani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghani
According to the 2011 Census, Ghani village had a total population of 3,283 people, including 1,624 males and 1,659 females, living in 606 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.68%, with male literacy at 79.64% and female literacy at 46.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,845.
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 | 3,283 | 1,624 | 1,659 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 700 | 362 | 338 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,845 | 914 | 931 |
| Literate Population | 1,619 | 1,005 | 614 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,664 | 619 | 1,045 |
Nearby Villages of Ghani
Ghani 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 Ghani
Ghani 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Punch to Ghani is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghani 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 Ghani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghani
Where is Ghani located?
Ghani village is located in Mankote Tehsil, Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Ghani?
The Halqa Panchayat of Ghani is Ghani Dharati.
What is the pincode of Ghani?
The pincode of Ghani is 185211.
What is the population of Ghani?
Ghani had a total population of 3,283, including 1,624 males and 1,659 females.
How many households are there in Ghani?
Ghani had 606 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghani was 62.68%. Male literacy was 79.64% and female literacy was 46.48%.