Kharian - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Kharian is a village situated in the R. S. Pura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 11 km from R.s.pura and around 13 km from Jammu. Kharrian serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Kharian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharian is 006017. The village covers a total geographical area of 188.6 hectares and falls under the 181101 pincode. R.s.pura is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Kharian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the RS Pura South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharian
According to the 2011 Census, Kharian village had a total population of 3,176 people, including 1,626 males and 1,550 females, living in 687 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.74%, with male literacy at 96.52% and female literacy at 90.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 601, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
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 | 3,176 | 1,626 | 1,550 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 188 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 601 | 308 | 293 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 2,664 | 1,388 | 1,276 |
| Illiterate Population | 512 | 238 | 274 |
Nearby Villages of Kharian
Kharian 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 Kharian
Kharian is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from R.s.pura to Kharian is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Kharian is about 13 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 Kharian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharian 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 Kharian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kharian
Where is Kharian located?
Kharian village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Kharian?
The Halqa Panchayat of Kharian is Kharrian.
What is the pincode of Kharian?
The pincode of Kharian is 181101.
What is the population of Kharian?
Kharian had a total population of 3,176, including 1,626 males and 1,550 females.
How many households are there in Kharian?
Kharian had 687 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharian was 93.74%. Male literacy was 96.52% and female literacy was 90.88%.