Koper - Dinga Amb, Kathua
Koper is a village situated in the Dinga Amb tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 25 km from Hiranagar and around 41 km from Kathua. Dinga Amb-b Hq Koper serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Koper village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koper is 001974. The village covers a total geographical area of 493 hectares and falls under the 184144 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Koper 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 Koper
According to the 2011 Census, Koper village had a total population of 201 people, including 108 males and 93 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.39%, with male literacy at 62.92% and female literacy at 45.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 43.
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 | 201 | 108 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 26 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 56 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 52 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Koper
Koper 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 Koper
Public transport in the Koper is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Koper.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiranagar to Koper is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Koper is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koper
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koper 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 Koper
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koper 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Koper
Where is Koper located?
Koper village is located in Dinga Amb Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Koper?
The Halqa Panchayat of Koper is Dinga Amb-b Hq Koper.
What is the pincode of Koper?
The pincode of Koper is 184144.
What is the population of Koper?
Koper had a total population of 201, including 108 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Koper?
Koper had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koper?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koper was 54.39%. Male literacy was 62.92% and female literacy was 45.12%.