Plangarh - Thana Mandi, Rajouri
Plangarh is a village situated in the Thana Mandi tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Thanamandi and around 27 km from Rajouri. Planger serves as the Gram Panchayat for Plangarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Plangarh is 001287. The village covers a total geographical area of 342.7 hectares and falls under the 185212 pincode. Thanamandi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Plangarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Plangarh
According to the 2011 Census, Plangarh village had a total population of 2,240 people, including 1,146 males and 1,094 females, living in 446 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.40%, with male literacy at 85.62% and female literacy at 67.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,550.
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 | 2,240 | 1,146 | 1,094 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 405 | 228 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,550 | 791 | 759 |
| Literate Population | 1,402 | 786 | 616 |
| Illiterate Population | 838 | 360 | 478 |
Nearby Villages of Plangarh
Plangarh 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 Plangarh
Plangarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Plangarh has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thanamandi to Plangarh is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Plangarh is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Plangarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Plangarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Plangarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Plangarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Plangarh
Where is Plangarh located?
Plangarh village is located in Thana Mandi Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Plangarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Plangarh is Planger.
What is the pincode of Plangarh?
The pincode of Plangarh is 185212.
What is the population of Plangarh?
Plangarh had a total population of 2,240, including 1,146 males and 1,094 females.
How many households are there in Plangarh?
Plangarh had 446 households.
What is the literacy rate in Plangarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Plangarh was 76.40%. Male literacy was 85.62% and female literacy was 67.18%.