Khokherhama - D H Pora, Kulgam
Khokherhama is a village situated in the D H Pora tehsil of Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 9 km from Damhalhanji Pora and around 10 km from Kulgam. Hariweth serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Khokherhama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khokherhama is 004063. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.5 hectares and falls under the 192233 pincode. Kulgam is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khokherhama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Noorabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khokherhama
According to the 2011 Census, Khokherhama village had a total population of 494 people, including 238 males and 256 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 1,076 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.53%, with male literacy at 67.31% and female literacy at 48.70%.
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 | 494 | 238 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 252 | 140 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 98 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Khokherhama
Khokherhama 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 Khokherhama
Khokherhama 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kulgam to Khokherhama is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khokherhama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khokherhama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khokherhama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khokherhama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khokherhama
Where is Khokherhama located?
Khokherhama village is located in D H Pora Tehsil, Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Khokherhama?
The Halqa Panchayat of Khokherhama is Hariweth.
What is the pincode of Khokherhama?
The pincode of Khokherhama is 192233.
What is the population of Khokherhama?
Khokherhama had a total population of 494, including 238 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Khokherhama?
Khokherhama had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khokherhama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khokherhama was 57.53%. Male literacy was 67.31% and female literacy was 48.70%.