Lanjiote - Mendhar, Poonch
Lanjiote is a village situated in the Mendhar tehsil of Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Mendhar and around 35 km from Punch. Goi serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Lanjiote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lanjiote is 001220. The village covers a total geographical area of 1058 hectares and falls under the 185211 pincode. Punch is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Lanjiote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lanjiote
According to the 2011 Census, Lanjiote village had a total population of 224 people, including 108 males and 116 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.19%, with male literacy at 76.62% and female literacy at 68.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 194.
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 | 224 | 108 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 194 | 92 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 59 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 49 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Lanjiote
Lanjiote 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 Lanjiote
Public transport in the Lanjiote 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 Punch to Lanjiote is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lanjiote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lanjiote 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lanjiote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lanjiote 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lanjiote
Where is Lanjiote located?
Lanjiote village is located in Mendhar Tehsil, Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Lanjiote?
The Halqa Panchayat of Lanjiote is Goi.
What is the pincode of Lanjiote?
The pincode of Lanjiote is 185211.
What is the population of Lanjiote?
Lanjiote had a total population of 224, including 108 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Lanjiote?
Lanjiote had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lanjiote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lanjiote was 72.19%. Male literacy was 76.62% and female literacy was 68.48%.