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Village code 1769
Kanthal Village, Bani Tehsil: Map, PIN Code and Population
Kanthal is a village in Bani 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
Kanthal is a village in Bani Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Kathua district, Jammu & Kashmir. For Kanthal, the population is 2,584, PIN code is 184206 and Census village code is 1769. 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 Kanthal Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 1769 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 184206 |
| Population | 2,584 |
| Households | 459 |
| Area | 1,408 ha / 14.08 sq. km / 3,479 acres |
| Population density | 184 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 906 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Basholi (51 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 184206. This helps users verify the postal area for Kanthal, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 184206 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Kanthal BO, Bani SO Kathua, Bandhar BO, Chalog BO, Daggar BO, and Duggan BO |
| Best matching post office | Kanthal BO (Branch office) |
| Delivery office records | 12 |
| 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
Kanthal comes under Kanthal gram panchayat and Bani C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Bani Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The tehsil headquarters is Bani at 1 km. The Census district headquarters, Kathua, is 165 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 | 29 |
| C.D. Block code | 56 |
| Block panchayat code | 56 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Kanthal village and its household count.
Total population
2,584 residents in 459 households
Male population
1,356
Female population
1,228
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 2; Scheduled Tribes: 2,119
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: 2
Government primary school
Available; count: 3
Private primary school
Not available in village
Middle school
Not available in village
Secondary school
Not available in village
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.
| Primary health sub-centre | 1 |
|---|---|
| ASHA worker | Available |
| Veterinary hospital | 1 |
| Medicine shop | 5 |
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 | Not available in village |
|---|---|
| Private bus service | Not available in village |
| Railway station | Not available in village |
| National highway | Not available in village |
| State highway | Not available in village |
| Major district road | Not available in village |
| Black topped road | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Not available in village |
| Post office | Available |
| 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 | Not available in village |
| 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 | Not available in village |
| 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 | Not available in village |
|---|---|
| Untreated tap water | Available |
| Hand pump | Not available in village |
| Tube wells / boreholes | Not available in village |
| 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 | 9 hours per day |
| Winter domestic power | 10 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 | 235 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 15 hectares |
| Unirrigated area | 220 hectares |
| Canal irrigated area | 15 hectares |
| Forest area | 135 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 907 hectares |
| Main crop | Paddy |
| Second crop | Wheat |
| Third crop | Bajra |
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.
| Middle school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Bani, 5-10 km away. |
|---|---|
| Secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Bani, 5-10 km away. |
| Senior secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Bani, 5-10 km away. |
| Public bus service | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km. |
| Railway station | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km. |
| 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 Kanthal
Basholi (51 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Bani 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 | Basholi (51 km) |
|---|---|
| Tehsil headquarters | Bani (1 km) |
| Public bus service | Not available in village |
| Railway station in village | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Not available in village |
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 1769
- India Post PIN code search 184206
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Kanthal. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Private Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG | Available; 2 |
|---|---|
| Govt Primary School | Available; 3 |
| Primary Health Sub Centre | 1 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Doctors Total Strength | 3 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Doctors in Position | 3 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 6 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 5 |
| Veterinary Hospital | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 4 |
| Veterinary Hospital Para Medical Staff in Position | 2 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Out Patient | 2 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Prctitioner with Other Degree | 1 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medicine Shop | 5 |
| Tap Water Untreated | Available |
| Tap Water Untreated Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tap Water Untreated Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Covered Well | Available |
| Covered Well Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Covered Well 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 |
| Post Office | Available |
| Sub Post Office | Available |
| Post and Telegraph Office | Available |
| Telephone Landlines | Available |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | 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 Kanthal village located?
Kanthal is located in Bani Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Kathua.
Which Tehsil is Kanthal in?
Kanthal is in Bani Tehsil. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Kanthal in?
District: Kathua.
What is the village code of Kanthal?
The Census village code of Kanthal is 1769.
What is the PIN code of Kanthal?
The PIN code reported for Kanthal is 184206.
What is the population of Kanthal?
Kanthal has 2,584 residents in 459 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Kanthal part of?
Kanthal comes under Kanthal gram panchayat.
Which is the nearest town to Kanthal?
The nearest statutory town to Kanthal is Basholi (51 km).
Which crops are grown in Kanthal?
The main crops reported for Kanthal are Paddy, Wheat, and Bajra.
What land-use details are available for Kanthal?
Land-use details for Kanthal include net area sown: 235 hectares, irrigated area: 15 hectares, and unirrigated area: 220 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Kanthal?
Government primary school status for Kanthal is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Kanthal?
Public bus service is not available in village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Kanthal?
Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.
What is the total area of Kanthal?
The total geographical area of Kanthal is 1,408 hectares.
How many households are in Kanthal?
Kanthal has 459 households as per Census 2011.