Kool Khurd - Arnia, Jammu
Kool Khurd is a village situated in the Arnia tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Bishnah and around 40 km from Jammu. Pachail serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kool Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kool Khurd is 006255. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.4 hectares and falls under the 181131 pincode. Arnia is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Kool Khurd 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 Kool Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Kool Khurd village had a total population of 557 people, including 304 males and 253 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 832 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.21%, with male literacy at 89.69% and female literacy at 68.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 41.
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 | 557 | 304 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 42 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 17 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 385 | 235 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 69 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Kool Khurd
Kool Khurd 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 Kool Khurd
Kool Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kool Khurd is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Kool Khurd is about 40 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 Kool Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kool Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kool Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kool Khurd 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 Kool Khurd
Where is Kool Khurd located?
Kool Khurd village is located in Arnia Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kool Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Kool Khurd is Pachail.
What is the pincode of Kool Khurd?
The pincode of Kool Khurd is 181131.
What is the population of Kool Khurd?
Kool Khurd had a total population of 557, including 304 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Kool Khurd?
Kool Khurd had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kool Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kool Khurd was 80.21%. Male literacy was 89.69% and female literacy was 68.81%.