Kithar
Kithar is a village located in Udhampur tehsil of Udhampur district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 20km away from Udhampur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kithar village. As per 2009 stats, Lower Madha is the gram panchayat of Kithar village.
Kithar 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 Kithar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kithar is 004837. The village spans a total geographical area of 411.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182141. Udhampur is nearest town to Kithar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Kithar
Below is a concise population overview of Kithar 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 | 1,413 | 725 | 688 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 127 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 460 | 243 | 217 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 614 | 307 | 307 |
| Literate Population | 575 | 379 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 838 | 346 | 492 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kithar village:
- The total population of Kithar village is around 1,413, including approximately 725 males and 688 females, with a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 250 children aged 0–6 years in Kithar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kithar village has 460 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 614 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kithar village is about 40.69%, with male literacy at 52.28% and female literacy at 28.49%.
- There are around 246 households in Kithar village.
Connectivity of Kithar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kithar. As per the 2011 stats, Kithar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kithar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kithar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kithar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kithar
- Where is Kithar located?
- Kithar village is situated in Udhampur Tehsil, within the Udhampur district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kithar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kithar is Lower Madha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kithar?
- The pincode of Kithar is 182141, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kithar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kithar is 1,413, with 725 males and 688 females.
- How many households are there in Kithar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kithar village has a total of 246 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kithar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kithar is 40.69%. The male literacy rate is 52.28%, while the female literacy rate is 28.49%.