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Village code 1792
Forlain Village, Kathua Tehsil: Map, PIN Code and Population
Forlain is a village in Kathua Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Kathua district, Jammu & Kashmir. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.
Data last reviewed: 28 April 2026. Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed.
Village Overview
Forlain is a village in Kathua Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Kathua district, Jammu & Kashmir. For Forlain, the population is 6,462, PIN code is 184143 and Census village code is 1792. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.
Source year
Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities
Important note
Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.
Google Map of Forlain Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 1792 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 184143 |
| Population | 6,462 |
| Households | 1,234 |
| Area | 4,405 ha / 44.05 sq. km / 10,885 acres |
| Population density | 147 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 913 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Kathua (20 km) |
| Current state | Jammu & Kashmir |
| Census 2011 state | Jammu & Kashmir |
| Current district | Kathua |
| Census 2011 district | Kathua |
Postal and PIN Code Details
The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 184143. This helps users verify the postal area for Forlain, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 184143 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Barwal SO, Barnote BO, Beradhani BO, Budhi BO, Flote BO, and Ghatti BO |
| Best matching post office | Barwal SO (Post office) |
| Delivery office records | 9 |
| Postal district | Kathua |
| Postal state | Jammu and Kashmir |
| Postal division | Jammu Division |
| Postal circle | Jammu Kashmir Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Forlain comes under Bhorthain South gram panchayat and Barnoti C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Kathua Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The tehsil headquarters is Kathua at 20 km. The Census district headquarters, Kathua, is 20 km away.
| Current state | Jammu & Kashmir |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Jammu & Kashmir |
| Current district | Kathua |
| Census 2011 district | Kathua |
| State code | 1 |
| District code | 7 |
| Tehsil / Census sub-district code | 30 |
| C.D. Block code | 58 |
| Block panchayat code | 58 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Forlain village and its household count.
Total population
6,462 residents in 1,234 households
Male population
3,378
Female population
3,084
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 1,088; Scheduled Tribes: 1,005
SC male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
ST male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
Schools and Education
This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.
Government pre-primary school
Not available in village
Private pre-primary school
Available; count: 5
Government primary school
Available; count: 3
Private primary school
Available; count: 4
Middle school
Available; government count: 1
Secondary school
Available; government count: 1
Senior secondary school
Not available in village
Vocational / ITI training
Not available in village
Arts and science degree college
Not available in village
Health Facilities
Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.
| Dispensary | 1 |
|---|---|
| ASHA worker | Available |
| Medicine shop | 1 |
Connectivity and Public Services
An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.
| Public bus service | Available |
|---|---|
| Private bus service | Available |
| Railway station | Not available in village |
| National highway | Not available in village |
| State highway | Not available in village |
| Major district road | Available |
| Black topped road | Available |
| All-weather road | Available |
| Post office | Not available in village |
| Village PIN code facility | Available |
| Mobile phone coverage | Available |
| CSC / internet cafe | Not available in village |
| ATM | Not available in village |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village |
| Cooperative bank | Not available in village |
| Agricultural credit society | Not available in village |
| PDS shop | Available |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village |
| Weekly haat | Not available in village |
| Self-help group | Not available in village |
| Anganwadi centre | Available |
| Assembly polling station | Available |
| Birth and death registration office | Not available in village |
| Daily newspaper supply | Available |
| Sports field | Available |
| Public library | Not available in village |
| Public reading room | Not available in village |
Water, Sanitation and Power
Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.
| Treated tap water | Available |
|---|---|
| Untreated tap water | Not available in village |
| Hand pump | Available |
| Tube wells / boreholes | Available |
| Closed drainage | Not available in village |
| Open drainage | Not available in village |
| Total sanitation campaign coverage | Not available in village |
| Domestic power supply | Available |
| Agriculture power supply | Available |
| Commercial power supply | Available |
| Summer domestic power | 16 hours per day |
| Winter domestic power | 12 hours per day |
Agriculture and Land Use
Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.
| Net area sown | 651 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 267 hectares |
| Unirrigated area | 384 hectares |
| Canal irrigated area | 267 hectares |
| Forest area | 414 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 2,970 hectares |
| Main crop | Paddy |
| Second crop | Wheat |
| Third crop | Maize |
Nearby Facility Clues
When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.
| Senior secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Kathua, more than 10 km away. |
|---|---|
| Railway station | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km. |
| Post office | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
| ATM | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km. |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
How to Reach Forlain
Kathua (20 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Kathua is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.
| Nearest major town | Kathua (20 km) |
|---|---|
| Tehsil headquarters | Kathua (20 km) |
| Public bus service | Available |
| Railway station in village | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Available |
Source-Year Notes
Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Tehsil, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.
For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.
Official Records and Useful Links
Use these official links to verify current government information. Village Maps shows Census 2011 and public directory data for general reference.
- Jammu and Kashmir government website Official state/UT portal
- Kathua district administration Official district portal
- Jk Land Records land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 1792
- India Post PIN code search 184143
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Forlain. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Private Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG | Available; 5 |
|---|---|
| Govt Primary School | Available; 3 |
| Private Primary School | Available; 4 |
| Govt Middle School | Available; 1 |
| Govt Secondary School | Available; 1 |
| Dispensary | 1 |
| Dispensary Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Dispensary Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Dispensary Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 6 |
| Dispensary Para Medical Staff in Position | 6 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Out Patient | 1 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Prctitioner with Other Degree | 4 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medicine Shop | 1 |
| Tap Water-Treated | Available |
| Tap Water Treated Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tap Water Treated Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Uncovered Well | Available |
| Uncovered Well Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Uncovered Well Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Hand Pump | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Tube Wells/Borehole | Available |
| Tube Wells Borehole Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tube Wells Borehole Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Spring | Available |
| River Canal | Available |
| River Canal Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| River Canal Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Tank Pond Lake | Available |
| Tank Pond Lake Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tank Pond Lake Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Others | Available |
| Others Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Others Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Sub Post Office | Available |
How to Use Survey Number and Map Details
Use the village code, district, tehsil, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Forlain village located?
Forlain is located in Kathua Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Kathua.
Which Tehsil is Forlain in?
Forlain is in Kathua Tehsil. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Forlain in?
District: Kathua.
What is the village code of Forlain?
The Census village code of Forlain is 1792.
What is the PIN code of Forlain?
The PIN code reported for Forlain is 184143.
What is the population of Forlain?
Forlain has 6,462 residents in 1,234 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Forlain part of?
Forlain comes under Bhorthain South gram panchayat.
Which is the nearest town to Forlain?
The nearest statutory town to Forlain is Kathua (20 km).
Which crops are grown in Forlain?
The main crops reported for Forlain are Paddy, Wheat, and Maize.
What land-use details are available for Forlain?
Land-use details for Forlain include net area sown: 651 hectares, irrigated area: 267 hectares, and unirrigated area: 384 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Forlain?
Government primary school status for Forlain is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Forlain?
Public bus service is available in the village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Forlain?
Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.
What is the total area of Forlain?
The total geographical area of Forlain is 4,405 hectares.
How many households are in Forlain?
Forlain has 1,234 households as per Census 2011.
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