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.
Here you can discover what makes Kharwa unique in its vibrant Chenani-Udhampur region. You’ll see Kharwa’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kharwa has a total population of about 354, with approximately 173 males and 181 females. The sex ratio is around 1046 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 74 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 181 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 62. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.53%, with male literacy at about 49.71% and female literacy near 33.70%. There are around 63 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.