Kilchpur - Arnia, Jammu
Kilchpur is a village situated in the Arnia tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 16 km from Bishnah and around 32 km from Jammu. Kathar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kilchpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kilchpur is 006249. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.5 hectares and falls under the 181131 pincode. Arnia is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kilchpur 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 Kilchpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kilchpur village had a total population of 308 people, including 157 males and 151 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.75%, with male literacy at 88.00% and female literacy at 77.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 210, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 308 | 157 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 32 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 108 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 110 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 47 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Kilchpur
Kilchpur 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 Kilchpur
Kilchpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Kilchpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arnia to Kilchpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Kilchpur is about 32 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 Kilchpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kilchpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kilchpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kilchpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kilchpur
Where is Kilchpur located?
Kilchpur village is located in Arnia Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kilchpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kilchpur is Kathar.
What is the pincode of Kilchpur?
The pincode of Kilchpur is 181131.
What is the population of Kilchpur?
Kilchpur had a total population of 308, including 157 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Kilchpur?
Kilchpur had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kilchpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kilchpur was 82.75%. Male literacy was 88.00% and female literacy was 77.69%.