Khulchohar - Shangus, Anantnag
Khulchohar is a village situated in the Shangus tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shangus and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Khulchor serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Khulchohar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khulchohar is 003741. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.9 hectares and falls under the 192201 pincode. Shangus is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Khulchohar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khulchohar
According to the 2011 Census, Khulchohar village had a total population of 1,785 people, including 914 males and 871 females, living in 318 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.40%, with male literacy at 80.37% and female literacy at 51.91%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,785 | 914 | 871 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 155 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 990 | 610 | 380 |
| Illiterate Population | 795 | 304 | 491 |
Nearby Villages of Khulchohar
Khulchohar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khulchohar
Khulchohar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shangus to Khulchohar is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Khulchohar is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khulchohar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khulchohar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khulchohar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khulchohar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khulchohar
Where is Khulchohar located?
Khulchohar village is located in Shangus Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Khulchohar?
The Halqa Panchayat of Khulchohar is Khulchor.
What is the pincode of Khulchohar?
The pincode of Khulchohar is 192201.
What is the population of Khulchohar?
Khulchohar had a total population of 1,785, including 914 males and 871 females.
How many households are there in Khulchohar?
Khulchohar had 318 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khulchohar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khulchohar was 66.40%. Male literacy was 80.37% and female literacy was 51.91%.