Kharbuza - Jammu West, Jammu
Kharbuza is a village situated in the Jammu West tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Jammu and around 5 km from Jammu. Ranjitpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharbuza village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharbuza is 005868. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.7 hectares and falls under the 180002 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kharbuza village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharbuza
As per Census 2011, Kharbuza village has a total population of 218 people, consisting of 99 males and 119 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 1,202 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 89 literate and 129 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 133 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharbuza are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 218 | 99 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 20 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 59 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 47 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 52 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Kharbuza
Kharbuza 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 Kharbuza
Kharbuza is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kharbuza.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jammu to Kharbuza is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Kharbuza is about 5 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 Kharbuza
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharbuza 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 Kharbuza
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharbuza 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 Kharbuza
Where is Kharbuza located?
Kharbuza village is located in Jammu West Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharbuza?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharbuza is Ranjitpur.
What is the pincode of Kharbuza?
The pincode of Kharbuza is 180002.
What is the population of Kharbuza?
Kharbuza has a total population of 218, including 99 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Kharbuza?
There are 37 households in Kharbuza.
What is the literacy rate in Kharbuza?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharbuza is 40.83%. Male literacy is 47.47% and female literacy is 35.29%.