Gharian Kalan
Gharian Kalan is a village located in Chenani tehsil of Udhampur district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Chenani (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Udhampur. As per 2009 stats, Gharian is the gram panchayat of Gharian Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Gharian Kalan unique in its vibrant Chenani-Udhampur region. You’ll see Gharian Kalan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gharian Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gharian Kalan is 005013. The village spans a total geographical area of 1197.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182141. Chenani is nearest town to Gharian Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Gharian Kalan
Population of Gharian Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Gharian Kalan has a total population of about 2,611, with approximately 1,389 males and 1,222 females. The sex ratio is around 879 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 461 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 295 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 489. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.98%, with male literacy at about 50.32% and female literacy near 32.49%. There are around 409 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gharian Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,611 | 1,389 | 1,222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 461 | 253 | 208 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 150 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 489 | 266 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 1,096 | 699 | 397 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,515 | 690 | 825 |
Connectivity of Gharian Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gharian Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Gharian Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gharian Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gharian Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gharian Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gharian Kalan
- Where is Gharian Kalan located?
- Gharian Kalan village is situated in Chenani Tehsil, within the Udhampur district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gharian Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gharian Kalan is Gharian (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gharian Kalan?
- The pincode of Gharian Kalan is 182141, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gharian Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gharian Kalan is 2,611, with 1,389 males and 1,222 females.
- How many households are there in Gharian Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gharian Kalan village has a total of 409 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gharian Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gharian Kalan is 41.98%. The male literacy rate is 50.32%, while the female literacy rate is 32.49%.