Khepar - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Khepar is a village situated in the R. S. Pura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Rs Pura and around 20 km from Jammu. Jassore serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Khepar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khepar is 006008. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.4 hectares and falls under the 181102 pincode. R.s.pura is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Khepar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suchet Garh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khepar
According to the 2011 Census, Khepar village had a total population of 838 people, including 459 males and 379 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 826 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.41%, with male literacy at 84.14% and female literacy at 69.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 590, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 838 | 459 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 68 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 590 | 314 | 276 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 562 | 329 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 276 | 130 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Khepar
Khepar 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 Khepar
Khepar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Khepar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Khepar is about 20 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 Khepar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khepar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khepar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khepar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khepar
Where is Khepar located?
Khepar village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Khepar?
The Halqa Panchayat of Khepar is Jassore.
What is the pincode of Khepar?
The pincode of Khepar is 181102.
What is the population of Khepar?
Khepar had a total population of 838, including 459 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Khepar?
Khepar had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khepar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khepar was 77.41%. Male literacy was 84.14% and female literacy was 69.55%.