Qaderna - Marwah, Kishtwar
Qaderna is a village situated in the Marwah tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Marwah and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Kishtwar. Qaderna-a serves as the Gram Panchayat for Qaderna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Qaderna is 004746. The village covers a total geographical area of 3040.1 hectares and falls under the 182205 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Qaderna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kishtwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Qaderna
According to the 2011 Census, Qaderna village had a total population of 1,961 people, including 1,006 males and 955 females, living in 409 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.89%, with male literacy at 60.30% and female literacy at 34.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 1,961 | 1,006 | 955 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 516 | 268 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 692 | 445 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,269 | 561 | 708 |
Nearby Villages of Qaderna
Qaderna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deharna | South-East | 7.23 km |
| Hanzal | South | 8.36 km |
| Nowgam | North-West | 8.90 km |
| Chingam | South-West | 13.68 km |
| Tagood | South | 16.24 km |
| Palmar | South | 17.11 km |
| Lopara | South | 19.37 km |
| Mulwarwan | North-West | 21.03 km |
| Chhatroo | South-West | 23.41 km |
| Inshan | North-West | 23.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Qaderna
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Qaderna. The nearest railway station is Anantnag, while the nearest airport is Sheikh Ul Alam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kishtwar to Qaderna is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Qaderna is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Qaderna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Qaderna 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Qaderna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Qaderna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Qaderna
Where is Qaderna located?
Qaderna village is located in Marwah Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Qaderna?
The Gram Panchayat of Qaderna is Qaderna-a.
What is the pincode of Qaderna?
The pincode of Qaderna is 182205.
What is the population of Qaderna?
Qaderna had a total population of 1,961, including 1,006 males and 955 females.
How many households are there in Qaderna?
Qaderna had 409 households.
What is the literacy rate in Qaderna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Qaderna was 47.89%. Male literacy was 60.30% and female literacy was 34.94%.