Khour - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Khour is a village situated in the R. S. Pura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from R.s.pora and around 22 km from Jammu. Khour village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khour is 006074. The village covers a total geographical area of 374.3 hectares and falls under the 181101 pincode. R.s.pora is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khour village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khour
According to the 2011 Census, Khour village had a total population of 2,480 people, including 1,328 males and 1,152 females, living in 547 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.32%, with male literacy at 86.71% and female literacy at 73.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,014, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 2,480 | 1,328 | 1,152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 177 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,014 | 554 | 460 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,771 | 998 | 773 |
| Illiterate Population | 709 | 330 | 379 |
Nearby Villages of Khour
Khour 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 Khour
Khour 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 | 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.pora to Khour is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Khour is about 22 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 Khour
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khour village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khour
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khour village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khour
Where is Khour located?
Khour village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Khour?
Khour is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khour?
The pincode of Khour is 181101.
What is the population of Khour?
Khour had a total population of 2,480, including 1,328 males and 1,152 females.
How many households are there in Khour?
Khour had 547 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khour?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khour was 80.32%. Male literacy was 86.71% and female literacy was 73.34%.