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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Ghani village has a total population of 3,283 people, consisting of 1,624 males and 1,659 females. The village has 606 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 700 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,619 literate and 1,664 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,845 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,283 | 1,624 | 1,659 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 700 | 362 | 338 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Ghani?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 3,283, including 1,624 males and 1,659 females.
How many households are there in Ghani?
There are 606 households in Ghani.
What is the literacy rate in Ghani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghani is 49.31%. Male literacy is 61.88% and female literacy is 37.01%.