Khour - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Khour is a village situated in the R. S. Pura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from R.s.pora and around 22 km from Jammu. Khour village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khour is 006074. The village covers a total geographical area of 374.3 hectares and falls under the 181101 pincode. R.s.pora is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khour village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khour
As per Census 2011, Khour village has a total population of 2,480 people, consisting of 1,328 males and 1,152 females. The village has 547 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 275 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,771 literate and 709 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,014 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khour are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,480 | 1,328 | 1,152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 177 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,014 | 554 | 460 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,771 | 998 | 773 |
| Illiterate Population | 709 | 330 | 379 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 R.s.pora to Khour is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Khour is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khour
Where is Khour located?
Khour village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khour?
Khour is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khour?
The pincode of Khour is 181101.
What is the population of Khour?
Khour has a total population of 2,480, including 1,328 males and 1,152 females.
How many households are there in Khour?
There are 547 households in Khour.
What is the literacy rate in Khour?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khour is 71.41%. Male literacy is 75.15% and female literacy is 67.10%.