Kharah (Ikhani) - Kharah Balli, Jammu
Kharah (Ikhani) is a village situated in the Kharah Balli tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 24 km from Akhnoor and around 52 km from Jammu. Kharah serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Kharah (Ikhani) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharah (Ikhani) is 005496. The village covers a total geographical area of 1017.4 hectares and falls under the 181203 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Kharah (Ikhani) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhamb Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharah (Ikhani)
According to the 2011 Census, Kharah (Ikhani) village had a total population of 1,497 people, including 779 males and 718 females, living in 359 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.65%, with male literacy at 78.23% and female literacy at 58.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 330, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 54.
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 | 1,497 | 779 | 718 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 145 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 330 | 173 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 854 | 496 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 643 | 283 | 360 |
Nearby Villages of Kharah (Ikhani)
Kharah (Ikhani) 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 Kharah (Ikhani)
Public transport in the Kharah (Ikhani) is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akhnoor to Kharah (Ikhani) is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Kharah (Ikhani) is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharah (Ikhani)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharah (Ikhani) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kharah (Ikhani)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharah (Ikhani) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kharah (Ikhani)
Where is Kharah (Ikhani) located?
Kharah (Ikhani) village is located in Kharah Balli Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Kharah (Ikhani)?
The Halqa Panchayat of Kharah (Ikhani) is Kharah.
What is the pincode of Kharah (Ikhani)?
The pincode of Kharah (Ikhani) is 181203.
What is the population of Kharah (Ikhani)?
Kharah (Ikhani) had a total population of 1,497, including 779 males and 718 females.
How many households are there in Kharah (Ikhani)?
Kharah (Ikhani) had 359 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharah (Ikhani)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharah (Ikhani) was 68.65%. Male literacy was 78.23% and female literacy was 58.69%.