Kah - Ramkote, Kathua
Kah is a village situated in the Ramkote tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 32 km from Billawar and around 60 km from Kathua. Kah village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kah is 001673. The village covers a total geographical area of 437 hectares and falls under the 184210 pincode. Billawar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kah
According to the 2011 Census, Kah village had a total population of 1,471 people, including 778 males and 693 females, living in 273 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.85%, with male literacy at 89.13% and female literacy at 67.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 299.
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 | 1,471 | 778 | 693 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 97 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 299 | 152 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,014 | 607 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 457 | 171 | 286 |
Nearby Villages of Kah
Kah 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 Kah
Kah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Billawar to Kah is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Kah is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kah 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kah
Where is Kah located?
Kah village is located in Ramkote Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kah?
Kah is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kah?
The pincode of Kah is 184210.
What is the population of Kah?
Kah had a total population of 1,471, including 778 males and 693 females.
How many households are there in Kah?
Kah had 273 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kah was 78.85%. Male literacy was 89.13% and female literacy was 67.27%.