Khowas

Khowas is a village located in Budhal tehsil of Rajouri district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Budhal (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Rajouri.

Khowas has its own place in the vibrant Rajouri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Khowas

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khowas is 001473. The village spans a total geographical area of 307.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185233. Rajouri is nearest town to Khowas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 72km away.

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Population of Khowas

Below is a concise population overview of Khowas as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 944 471 473
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 176 84 92
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 261 133 128
Literate Population 446 265 181
Illiterate Population 498 206 292

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khowas village:

  • The total population of Khowas village is around 944, including approximately 471 males and 473 females, with a sex ratio of 1004 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 176 children aged 0–6 years in Khowas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Khowas village has 261 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Khowas village is about 47.25%, with male literacy at 56.26% and female literacy at 38.27%.
  • There are around 190 households in Khowas village.

Connectivity of Khowas

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khowas. As per the 2011 stats, Khowas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Khowas

Knowing the nearby villages of Khowas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khowas.

Behinambal Budhal Ghondha Bhela Keri Narondi Gadyog Dhelri Gondha Thelapera Owdan Kotchalwal

Frequently Asked Questions about Khowas

Where is Khowas located?
Khowas village is situated in Budhal Tehsil, within the Rajouri district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Khowas?
The pincode of Khowas is 185233, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khowas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khowas is 944, with 471 males and 473 females.
How many households are there in Khowas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khowas village has a total of 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khowas as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khowas is 47.25%. The male literacy rate is 56.26%, while the female literacy rate is 38.27%.