Khaday - Marh, Jammu
Khaday is a village situated in the Marh tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 21 km from Jammu and around 21 km from Jammu. Jaswan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khaday village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaday is 005780. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.8 hectares and falls under the 180002 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Khaday 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 Khaday
As per Census 2011, Khaday village has a total population of 779 people, consisting of 409 males and 370 females. The village has 176 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 544 literate and 235 illiterate residents. Additionally, 386 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 95 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khaday are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 779 | 409 | 370 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 59 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 386 | 203 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 51 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 544 | 304 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 105 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Khaday
Khaday 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 Khaday
Khaday 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 Khaday.
| 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 Khaday is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khaday
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaday village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khaday
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaday village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khaday
Where is Khaday located?
Khaday village is located in Marh Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khaday?
The Gram Panchayat of Khaday is Jaswan.
What is the pincode of Khaday?
The pincode of Khaday is 180002.
What is the population of Khaday?
Khaday has a total population of 779, including 409 males and 370 females.
How many households are there in Khaday?
There are 176 households in Khaday.
What is the literacy rate in Khaday?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaday is 69.83%. Male literacy is 74.33% and female literacy is 64.86%.