Water Khani - Handwara, Kupwara
Water Khani is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Kupwara and around 8 km from Kupwara. Waterkhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Water Khani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Water Khani is 000110. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.1 hectares and falls under the 193222 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Water Khani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Water Khani
As per Census 2011, Water Khani village has a total population of 969 people, consisting of 481 males and 488 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 625 literate and 344 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Water Khani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 969 | 481 | 488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 68 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 625 | 342 | 283 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 139 | 205 |
Transport and Connectivity of Water Khani
Water Khani 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kupwara to Water Khani is about 8 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 Water Khani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Water Khani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Water Khani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Water Khani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Water Khani
Where is Water Khani located?
Water Khani village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Water Khani?
The Gram Panchayat of Water Khani is Waterkhani.
What is the pincode of Water Khani?
The pincode of Water Khani is 193222.
What is the population of Water Khani?
Water Khani has a total population of 969, including 481 males and 488 females.
How many households are there in Water Khani?
There are 152 households in Water Khani.
What is the literacy rate in Water Khani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Water Khani is 64.50%. Male literacy is 71.10% and female literacy is 57.99%.