Plater - Majalta, Udhampur
Plater is a village situated in the Majalta tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majalta and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Jansal serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Plater village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Plater is 005136. The village covers a total geographical area of 262.2 hectares and falls under the 182127 pincode. Udhampur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Plater village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Plater
According to the 2011 Census, Plater village had a total population of 912 people, including 485 males and 427 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.93%, with male literacy at 88.02% and female literacy at 73.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 308, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 912 | 485 | 427 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 76 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 308 | 167 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 628 | 360 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 125 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Plater
Plater 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 Plater
Public transport in the Plater is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Udhampur to Plater is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Plater
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Plater village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Plater
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Plater village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Plater
Where is Plater located?
Plater village is located in Majalta Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Plater?
The Halqa Panchayat of Plater is Jansal.
What is the pincode of Plater?
The pincode of Plater is 182127.
What is the population of Plater?
Plater had a total population of 912, including 485 males and 427 females.
How many households are there in Plater?
Plater had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Plater?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Plater was 80.93%. Male literacy was 88.02% and female literacy was 73.02%.