Kud - Chenani, Udhampur
Kud is a village situated in the Chenani tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chenani and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Kud Upper serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kud village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kud is 004984. The village covers a total geographical area of 924.1 hectares and falls under the 182142 pincode. Chenani is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Kud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kud
As per Census 2011, Kud village has a total population of 1,845 people, consisting of 980 males and 865 females. The village has 321 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 289 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,028 literate and 817 illiterate residents. Additionally, 747 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kud are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,845 | 980 | 865 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 289 | 154 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 747 | 412 | 335 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 1,028 | 614 | 414 |
| Illiterate Population | 817 | 366 | 451 |
Nearby Villages of Kud
Kud is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bashat | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Incha | South | 3.34 km |
| Mada | South-West | 3.66 km |
| Karlah | East | 4.38 km |
| Challyar | South-East | 5.21 km |
| Ghantwal | South-West | 5.90 km |
| Champari | South-West | 6.15 km |
| Chilla | North | 7.47 km |
| Bain | South-East | 8.10 km |
| Chirdi | South-West | 8.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kud
Kud is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Udhampur, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chenani to Kud is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Kud is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kud village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kud
Where is Kud located?
Kud village is located in Chenani Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kud?
The Gram Panchayat of Kud is Kud Upper.
What is the pincode of Kud?
The pincode of Kud is 182142.
What is the population of Kud?
Kud has a total population of 1,845, including 980 males and 865 females.
How many households are there in Kud?
There are 321 households in Kud.
What is the literacy rate in Kud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kud is 55.72%. Male literacy is 62.65% and female literacy is 47.86%.