Kharwa
Kharwa is a village located in Chenani tehsil of Udhampur district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Chenani (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Udhampur. As per 2009 stats, Mantali is the gram panchayat of Kharwa village.
Kharwa has its own place in the vibrant Udhampur 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 Kharwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharwa is 005014. The village spans a total geographical area of 98.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182161. Chenani is nearest town to Kharwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Kharwa
Population of Kharwa
Below is a concise population overview of Kharwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 354 | 173 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 35 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 94 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 26 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 86 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 87 | 120 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kharwa village:
- The total population of Kharwa village is around 354, including approximately 173 males and 181 females, with a sex ratio of 1046 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 74 children aged 0–6 years in Kharwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kharwa village has 181 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 62 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kharwa village is about 41.53%, with male literacy at 49.71% and female literacy at 33.70%.
- There are around 63 households in Kharwa village.
Connectivity of Kharwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharwa. As per the 2011 stats, Kharwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharwa
- Where is Kharwa located?
- Kharwa village is situated in Chenani Tehsil, within the Udhampur district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharwa is Mantali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kharwa?
- The pincode of Kharwa is 182161, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharwa is 354, with 173 males and 181 females.
- How many households are there in Kharwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharwa village has a total of 63 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharwa is 41.53%. The male literacy rate is 49.71%, while the female literacy rate is 33.70%.