Rehan - Basohli, Kathua
Rehan is a village situated in the Basohli tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from Basohli and around 80 km from Kathua. Basohli Rural serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rehan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rehan is 001734. The village covers a total geographical area of 743 hectares and falls under the 184201 pincode. Basohli is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Rehan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basohli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rehan
As per Census 2011, Rehan village has a total population of 1,749 people, consisting of 903 males and 846 females. The village has 378 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 242 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,066 literate and 683 illiterate residents. Additionally, 594 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 109 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rehan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,749 | 903 | 846 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 109 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 594 | 306 | 288 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 48 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 1,066 | 626 | 440 |
| Illiterate Population | 683 | 277 | 406 |
Nearby Villages of Rehan
Rehan 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 Rehan
Rehan 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 | 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 Basohli to Rehan is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Rehan is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rehan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rehan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rehan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rehan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rehan
Where is Rehan located?
Rehan village is located in Basohli Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rehan?
The Gram Panchayat of Rehan is Basohli Rural.
What is the pincode of Rehan?
The pincode of Rehan is 184201.
What is the population of Rehan?
Rehan has a total population of 1,749, including 903 males and 846 females.
How many households are there in Rehan?
There are 378 households in Rehan.
What is the literacy rate in Rehan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rehan is 60.95%. Male literacy is 69.32% and female literacy is 52.01%.