Khurd - Hiranagar, Kathua
Khurd is a village situated in the Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiranagar and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Sprain serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khurd is 001999. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 184148 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Khurd 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 Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Khurd village had a total population of 206 people, including 101 males and 105 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.36%, with male literacy at 93.10% and female literacy at 79.78%.
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 | 206 | 101 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 81 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 20 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Khurd
Khurd 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 Khurd
Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khurd.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiranagar to Khurd is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Khurd is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khurd 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khurd
Where is Khurd located?
Khurd village is located in Hiranagar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Khurd?
The Halqa Panchayat of Khurd is Sprain.
What is the pincode of Khurd?
The pincode of Khurd is 184148.
What is the population of Khurd?
Khurd had a total population of 206, including 101 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Khurd?
Khurd had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khurd was 86.36%. Male literacy was 93.10% and female literacy was 79.78%.