Gania - Nowshera, Rajouri
Gania is a village situated in the Nowshera tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from Nowshera and around 48 km from Rajouri. Langer serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gania is 001593. The village covers a total geographical area of 383.7 hectares and falls under the 185155 pincode. Nowshera is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Gania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nowshera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gania
As per Census 2011, Gania village has a total population of 751 people, consisting of 390 males and 361 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 519 literate and 232 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gania are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 751 | 390 | 361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 56 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 519 | 298 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 92 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Gania
Gania 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 Gania
Gania is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nowshera to Gania is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Gania is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gania village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gania village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gania
Where is Gania located?
Gania village is located in Nowshera Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gania?
The Gram Panchayat of Gania is Langer.
What is the pincode of Gania?
The pincode of Gania is 185155.
What is the population of Gania?
Gania has a total population of 751, including 390 males and 361 females.
How many households are there in Gania?
There are 190 households in Gania.
What is the literacy rate in Gania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gania is 69.11%. Male literacy is 76.41% and female literacy is 61.22%.