Khalian - Mandal, Jammu
Khalian is a village situated in the Mandal tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from Jammu and around 18 km from Jammu. Sum serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khalian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalian is 005912. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.1 hectares and falls under the 180003 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khalian 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 Khalian
According to the 2011 Census, Khalian village had a total population of 497 people, including 258 males and 239 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.13%, with male literacy at 77.29% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 280.
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 | 497 | 258 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 280 | 138 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 177 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 81 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Khalian
Khalian 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 Khalian
Khalian is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khalian.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jammu to Khalian is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Khalian is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khalian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khalian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalian 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khalian
Where is Khalian located?
Khalian village is located in Mandal Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khalian?
The Gram Panchayat of Khalian is Sum.
What is the pincode of Khalian?
The pincode of Khalian is 180003.
What is the population of Khalian?
Khalian had a total population of 497, including 258 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Khalian?
Khalian had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khalian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalian was 72.13%. Male literacy was 77.29% and female literacy was 66.67%.