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 Gram 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)
As per Census 2011, Kharah (Ikhani) village has a total population of 1,497 people, consisting of 779 males and 718 females. The village has 359 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 253 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 854 literate and 643 illiterate residents. Additionally, 330 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharah (Ikhani) are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Kharah (Ikhani)?
The Gram 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) has a total population of 1,497, including 779 males and 718 females.
How many households are there in Kharah (Ikhani)?
There are 359 households in Kharah (Ikhani).
What is the literacy rate in Kharah (Ikhani)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharah (Ikhani) is 57.05%. Male literacy is 63.67% and female literacy is 49.86%.