Kehnoosa - Aloosa, Bandipora
Kehnoosa is a village situated in the Aloosa tehsil of Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 16 km from Bandipore and around 16 km from Bandipore. Kehnusa B serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Kehnoosa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kehnoosa is 002749. The village covers a total geographical area of 499.4 hectares and falls under the 193505 pincode. Bandipora is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kehnoosa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bandipora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kehnoosa
According to the 2011 Census, Kehnoosa village had a total population of 5,271 people, including 2,744 males and 2,527 females, living in 777 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.06%, with male literacy at 69.05% and female literacy at 50.28%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 328.
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 | 5,271 | 2,744 | 2,527 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 814 | 421 | 393 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 328 | 171 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 2,677 | 1,604 | 1,073 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,594 | 1,140 | 1,454 |
Nearby Villages of Kehnoosa
Kehnoosa 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 Kehnoosa
Kehnoosa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bandipora to Kehnoosa is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bandipore to Kehnoosa is about 16 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 Kehnoosa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kehnoosa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kehnoosa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kehnoosa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kehnoosa
Where is Kehnoosa located?
Kehnoosa village is located in Aloosa Tehsil, Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Kehnoosa?
The Halqa Panchayat of Kehnoosa is Kehnusa B.
What is the pincode of Kehnoosa?
The pincode of Kehnoosa is 193505.
What is the population of Kehnoosa?
Kehnoosa had a total population of 5,271, including 2,744 males and 2,527 females.
How many households are there in Kehnoosa?
Kehnoosa had 777 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kehnoosa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kehnoosa was 60.06%. Male literacy was 69.05% and female literacy was 50.28%.