Khranihama - Lar, Ganderbal
Khranihama is a village situated in the Lar tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lar and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Gasderbal. Khranihama village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khranihama is 002855. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.2 hectares and falls under the 191201 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khranihama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ganderbal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khranihama
According to the 2011 Census, Khranihama village had a total population of 1,351 people, including 695 males and 656 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.62%, with male literacy at 78.25% and female literacy at 50.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 95.
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 | 1,351 | 695 | 656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 134 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 49 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 714 | 439 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 637 | 256 | 381 |
Nearby Villages of Khranihama
Khranihama 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 Khranihama
Khranihama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Ganderbal to Khranihama is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gasderbal to Khranihama is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khranihama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khranihama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khranihama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khranihama 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 Khranihama
Where is Khranihama located?
Khranihama village is located in Lar Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khranihama?
Khranihama is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khranihama?
The pincode of Khranihama is 191201.
What is the population of Khranihama?
Khranihama had a total population of 1,351, including 695 males and 656 females.
How many households are there in Khranihama?
Khranihama had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khranihama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khranihama was 64.62%. Male literacy was 78.25% and female literacy was 50.55%.