Khori - Drabshala, Kishtwar
Khori is a village situated in the Drabshala tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Kishtwar and around 10 km from Kishtwar. Khori village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khori is 004706. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.1 hectares and falls under the 182204 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Khori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Inderwal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khori
As per Census 2011, Khori village has a total population of 443 people, consisting of 221 males and 222 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 231 literate and 212 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khori are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 443 | 221 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 146 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 75 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Khori
Khori 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 Khori
Khori is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Kishtwar to Khori is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Khori is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khori village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khori village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khori
Where is Khori located?
Khori village is located in Drabshala Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khori?
Khori is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khori?
The pincode of Khori is 182204.
What is the population of Khori?
Khori has a total population of 443, including 221 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Khori?
There are 77 households in Khori.
What is the literacy rate in Khori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khori is 52.14%. Male literacy is 66.06% and female literacy is 38.29%.