Hajithra - Karnah, Kupwara
Hajithra is a village situated in the Karnah tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnah and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Hajitara serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Hajithra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hajithra is 000364. The village covers a total geographical area of 225.4 hectares and falls under the 193225 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Hajithra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hajithra
According to the 2011 Census, Hajithra village had a total population of 1,864 people, including 973 males and 891 females, living in 353 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.98%, with male literacy at 54.14% and female literacy at 20.18%.
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 | 1,864 | 973 | 891 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 458 | 236 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 534 | 399 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,330 | 574 | 756 |
Nearby Villages of Hajithra
Hajithra 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 Hajithra
Hajithra 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 Hajithra is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Hajithra is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hajithra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hajithra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Hajithra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hajithra 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Hajithra
Where is Hajithra located?
Hajithra village is located in Karnah Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Hajithra?
The Halqa Panchayat of Hajithra is Hajitara.
What is the pincode of Hajithra?
The pincode of Hajithra is 193225.
What is the population of Hajithra?
Hajithra had a total population of 1,864, including 973 males and 891 females.
How many households are there in Hajithra?
Hajithra had 353 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hajithra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hajithra was 37.98%. Male literacy was 54.14% and female literacy was 20.18%.