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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Kharian village has a total population of 3,176 people, consisting of 1,626 males and 1,550 females. The village has 687 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 334 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,664 literate and 512 illiterate residents. Additionally, 601 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharian are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Kharian?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharian is Kharrian.
What is the pincode of Kharian?
The pincode of Kharian is 181101.
What is the population of Kharian?
Kharian has a total population of 3,176, including 1,626 males and 1,550 females.
How many households are there in Kharian?
There are 687 households in Kharian.
What is the literacy rate in Kharian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharian is 83.88%. Male literacy is 85.36% and female literacy is 82.32%.