Abal Wani - Harmain, Shopian
Abal Wani is a village situated in the Harmain tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from Shopian and around 13 km from Shopian. Chotigam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Abal Wani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Abal Wani is 003443. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.7 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Abal Wani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wachi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Abal Wani
According to the 2011 Census, Abal Wani village had a total population of 218 people, including 100 males and 118 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,180 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.72%, with male literacy at 65.82% and female literacy at 60.00%.
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 | 218 | 100 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 21 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 52 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 48 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Abal Wani
Abal Wani 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 Abal Wani
Abal Wani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Shopiyan to Abal Wani is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Abal Wani is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Abal Wani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Abal Wani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Abal Wani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Abal Wani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Abal Wani
Where is Abal Wani located?
Abal Wani village is located in Harmain Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Abal Wani?
The Gram Panchayat of Abal Wani is Chotigam.
What is the pincode of Abal Wani?
The pincode of Abal Wani is 192303.
What is the population of Abal Wani?
Abal Wani had a total population of 218, including 100 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Abal Wani?
Abal Wani had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Abal Wani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Abal Wani was 62.72%. Male literacy was 65.82% and female literacy was 60.00%.