Kishan Pur - Billawar, Kathua
Kishan Pur is a village situated in the Billawar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Billawar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Kishenpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kishan Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kishan Pur is 001691. The village covers a total geographical area of 955 hectares and falls under the 184204 pincode. Billawar is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Kishan Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Billawar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kishan Pur
As per Census 2011, Kishan Pur village has a total population of 1,858 people, consisting of 987 males and 871 females. The village has 387 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 259 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,192 literate and 666 illiterate residents. Additionally, 278 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kishan Pur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,858 | 987 | 871 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 138 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 153 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 1,192 | 706 | 486 |
| Illiterate Population | 666 | 281 | 385 |
Nearby Villages of Kishan Pur
Kishan Pur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tilla | West | 3.40 km |
| Baggan | North-East | 4.75 km |
| Seri | South-West | 4.91 km |
| Sukral | North-West | 5.03 km |
| Dhamlar | South-East | 5.12 km |
| Pallan | South-West | 7.71 km |
| Hadat | South-East | 8.05 km |
| Poonda | South-East | 8.23 km |
| Dhar Mahanpur | East | 8.42 km |
| Thana | East | 8.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kishan Pur
Public transport in the Kishan Pur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kathua, while the nearest airport is Pathankot Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.3 km.
| 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 Billawar to Kishan Pur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Kishan Pur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kishan Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kishan Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kishan Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kishan Pur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kishan Pur
Where is Kishan Pur located?
Kishan Pur village is located in Billawar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kishan Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kishan Pur is Kishenpur.
What is the pincode of Kishan Pur?
The pincode of Kishan Pur is 184204.
What is the population of Kishan Pur?
Kishan Pur has a total population of 1,858, including 987 males and 871 females.
How many households are there in Kishan Pur?
There are 387 households in Kishan Pur.
What is the literacy rate in Kishan Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kishan Pur is 64.16%. Male literacy is 71.53% and female literacy is 55.80%.