Plaie - Basantgarh, Udhampur
Plaie is a village situated in the Basantgarh tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 75 km from Ramnagar and around 115 km from Udhampur. Sia Mehri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Plaie village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Plaie is 005091. The village covers a total geographical area of 792 hectares and falls under the 182128 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Plaie village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Plaie
According to the 2011 Census, Plaie village had a total population of 451 people, including 252 males and 199 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 790 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.90%, with male literacy at 67.77% and female literacy at 39.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 174, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 49.
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 | 451 | 252 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 41 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 104 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 143 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 109 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Plaie
Plaie 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 Plaie
Public transport in the Plaie is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Ramnagar to Plaie is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Plaie is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Plaie
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Plaie 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 Plaie
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Plaie village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Plaie
Where is Plaie located?
Plaie village is located in Basantgarh Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Plaie?
The Gram Panchayat of Plaie is Sia Mehri.
What is the pincode of Plaie?
The pincode of Plaie is 182128.
What is the population of Plaie?
Plaie had a total population of 451, including 252 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Plaie?
Plaie had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Plaie?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Plaie was 54.90%. Male literacy was 67.77% and female literacy was 39.55%.