Khumb - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Khumb is a village situated in the R. S. Pura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from R.s.pora and around 21 km from Jammu. Rangpur Sidhrey serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Khumb village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khumb is 006067. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.6 hectares and falls under the 181102 pincode. Reasi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Khumb 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 Khumb
According to the 2011 Census, Khumb village had a total population of 569 people, including 300 males and 269 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.26%, with male literacy at 93.98% and female literacy at 80.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 426.
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 | 569 | 300 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 34 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 426 | 224 | 202 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 452 | 250 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 50 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Khumb
Khumb 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 Khumb
Khumb is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Reasi to Khumb is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Khumb is about 21 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 Khumb
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khumb village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khumb
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khumb 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 Khumb
Where is Khumb located?
Khumb village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Khumb?
The Halqa Panchayat of Khumb is Rangpur Sidhrey.
What is the pincode of Khumb?
The pincode of Khumb is 181102.
What is the population of Khumb?
Khumb had a total population of 569, including 300 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Khumb?
Khumb had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khumb?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khumb was 87.26%. Male literacy was 93.98% and female literacy was 80.16%.