Khows
About Khows
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Khows village is 001050. Khows village is located in Sanku tehsil of Kargil district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Sankoo (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Kargil. As per 2009 stats, Khawos is the gram panchayat of Khows village.
The total geographical area of village is 116.5 hectares. Khows has a total population of 756 peoples, out of which male population is 397 while female population is 359. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 904 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of khows village is 50.93% out of which 62.72% males and 37.88% females are literate. There are about 95 houses in khows village. Pincode of khows village locality is 194103.
When it comes to administration, Khows village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Khows village comes under Kargil Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ladakh Lok Sabha constituency. Kargil is nearest town to khows village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 52km away.
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Population of Khows
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 756 | 397 | 359 |
| Literate Population | 385 | 249 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 148 | 223 |
Connectivity of Khows
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Khows
Where is Khows located?
Khows village is situated in Sanku Tehsil, within the Kargil district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khows?
The Gram Panchayat of Khows is Khawos (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Khows?
The pincode of Khows is 194103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khows as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khows is 756, with 397 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Khows as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khows village has a total of 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khows as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khows is 50.93%. The male literacy rate is 62.72%, while the female literacy rate is 37.88%.