Neera - Ramban
Neera is a village situated in the Ramban tehsil of Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from Ramban, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Neera village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Neera is 004571. The village covers a total geographical area of 423.8 hectares and falls under the 182148 pincode. Ramban is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Neera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ramban Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Neera
According to the 2011 Census, Neera village had a total population of 1,343 people, including 692 males and 651 females, living in 262 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.16%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 60.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 120.
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 | 1,343 | 692 | 651 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 124 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 8 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 64 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 835 | 497 | 338 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 195 | 313 |
Nearby Villages of Neera
Neera 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 Neera
Neera 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 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 Ramban to Neera is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Neera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Neera 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Neera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Neera 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Neera
Where is Neera located?
Neera village is located in Ramban Tehsil, Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Neera?
Neera is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Neera?
The pincode of Neera is 182148.
What is the population of Neera?
Neera had a total population of 1,343, including 692 males and 651 females.
How many households are there in Neera?
Neera had 262 households.
What is the literacy rate in Neera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Neera was 74.16%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 60.57%.