Khawaspur - Arnia, Jammu
Khawaspur is a village situated in the Arnia tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 17 km from Bishnah and around 38 km from Jammu. Karyal Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khawaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khawaspur is 006260. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.3 hectares and falls under the 181131 pincode. Arnia is the nearest town, located about 5.5 km away.
Khawaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bishnah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khawaspur
As per Census 2011, Khawaspur village has a total population of 199 people, consisting of 120 males and 79 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 658 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 160 literate and 39 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khawaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 199 | 120 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 15 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 99 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 21 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Khawaspur
Khawaspur 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 Khawaspur
Khawaspur 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 >10 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 Arnia to Khawaspur is about 5.5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Khawaspur is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khawaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khawaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khawaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khawaspur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khawaspur
Where is Khawaspur located?
Khawaspur village is located in Arnia Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khawaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khawaspur is Karyal Khurd.
What is the pincode of Khawaspur?
The pincode of Khawaspur is 181131.
What is the population of Khawaspur?
Khawaspur has a total population of 199, including 120 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Khawaspur?
There are 40 households in Khawaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Khawaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khawaspur is 80.40%. Male literacy is 82.50% and female literacy is 77.22%.