Khour - Khour, Jammu
Khour is a village situated in the Khour tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 25 km from Akhnoor and around 53 km from Jammu. Naryana Upper serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khour village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khour is 005547. The village covers a total geographical area of 1170.7 hectares and falls under the 181203 pincode. Khour is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Khour village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhamb Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khour
As per Census 2011, Khour village has a total population of 3,796 people, consisting of 1,926 males and 1,870 females. The village has 907 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 525 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,573 literate and 1,223 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,131 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khour are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,796 | 1,926 | 1,870 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 525 | 297 | 228 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,131 | 585 | 546 |
| Literate Population | 2,573 | 1,412 | 1,161 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,223 | 514 | 709 |
Nearby Villages of Khour
Khour 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 Khour
Khour is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Khour to Khour is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Khour is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khour
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khour village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khour
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khour village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khour
Where is Khour located?
Khour village is located in Khour Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khour?
The Gram Panchayat of Khour is Naryana Upper.
What is the pincode of Khour?
The pincode of Khour is 181203.
What is the population of Khour?
Khour has a total population of 3,796, including 1,926 males and 1,870 females.
How many households are there in Khour?
There are 907 households in Khour.
What is the literacy rate in Khour?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khour is 67.78%. Male literacy is 73.31% and female literacy is 62.09%.