Mangit - Khari, Ramban
Mangit is a village situated in the Khari tehsil of Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Banihal and around 70 km from Ramban. Mangit village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mangit is 004516. The village covers a total geographical area of 2210.4 hectares and falls under the 182146 pincode. Banihal is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Mangit village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Banihal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mangit
According to the 2011 Census, Mangit village had a total population of 3,698 people, including 1,886 males and 1,812 females, living in 681 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.96%, with male literacy at 40.39% and female literacy at 10.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 182.
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 | 3,698 | 1,886 | 1,812 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 828 | 403 | 425 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 92 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 745 | 599 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,953 | 1,287 | 1,666 |
Transport and Connectivity of Mangit
Mangit is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banihal to Mangit is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ramban to Mangit is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mangit
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mangit 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 Mangit
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mangit village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mangit
Where is Mangit located?
Mangit village is located in Khari Tehsil, Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Mangit?
Mangit is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mangit?
The pincode of Mangit is 182146.
What is the population of Mangit?
Mangit had a total population of 3,698, including 1,886 males and 1,812 females.
How many households are there in Mangit?
Mangit had 681 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mangit?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mangit was 25.96%. Male literacy was 40.39% and female literacy was 10.53%.