Kohru - Langate, Kupwara
Kohru is a village situated in the Langate tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from Handwara and around 18 km from Kupwara. Galoora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Kohru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kohru is 000182. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.8 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Kohru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kohru
According to the 2011 Census, Kohru village had a total population of 1,258 people, including 659 males and 599 females, living in 195 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.29%, with male literacy at 82.31% and female literacy at 59.38%.
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 | 1,258 | 659 | 599 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 105 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 760 | 456 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 498 | 203 | 295 |
Nearby Villages of Kohru
Kohru 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 Kohru
Kohru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Handwara to Kohru is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Kohru is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kohru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kohru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kohru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kohru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kohru
Where is Kohru located?
Kohru village is located in Langate Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Kohru?
The Halqa Panchayat of Kohru is Galoora.
What is the pincode of Kohru?
The pincode of Kohru is 193302.
What is the population of Kohru?
Kohru had a total population of 1,258, including 659 males and 599 females.
How many households are there in Kohru?
Kohru had 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kohru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kohru was 71.29%. Male literacy was 82.31% and female literacy was 59.38%.