Joura Khrud - Kahara, Doda
Joura Khrud is a village situated in the Kahara tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from Thathri and around 48 km from Doda. Joura Khurd serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Joura Khrud village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joura Khrud is 004289. The village covers a total geographical area of 121 hectares and falls under the 182203 pincode. Thathri is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Joura Khrud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Joura Khrud
According to the 2011 Census, Joura Khrud village had a total population of 1,108 people, including 564 males and 544 females, living in 218 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.49%, with male literacy at 89.30% and female literacy at 58.64%.
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 | 1,108 | 564 | 544 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 106 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 660 | 409 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 448 | 155 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Joura Khrud
Joura Khrud 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 Joura Khrud
Public transport in the Joura Khrud is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Thathri to Joura Khrud is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Joura Khrud is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joura Khrud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joura Khrud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Joura Khrud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joura Khrud 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 Joura Khrud
Where is Joura Khrud located?
Joura Khrud village is located in Kahara Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Joura Khrud?
The Halqa Panchayat of Joura Khrud is Joura Khurd.
What is the pincode of Joura Khrud?
The pincode of Joura Khrud is 182203.
What is the population of Joura Khrud?
Joura Khrud had a total population of 1,108, including 564 males and 544 females.
How many households are there in Joura Khrud?
Joura Khrud had 218 households.
What is the literacy rate in Joura Khrud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joura Khrud was 74.49%. Male literacy was 89.30% and female literacy was 58.64%.