Khudi - Qalamabad, Kupwara
Khudi is a village situated in the Qalamabad tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from Handwara and around 37 km from Kupwara. Khudi village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khudi is 000267. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.9 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Khudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Langate Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khudi
According to the 2011 Census, Khudi village had a total population of 794 people, including 408 males and 386 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.14%, with male literacy at 69.97% and female literacy at 41.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 82.
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 | 794 | 408 | 386 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 95 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 50 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 219 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 451 | 189 | 262 |
Nearby Villages of Khudi
Khudi 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 Khudi
Khudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khudi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Handwara to Khudi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Khudi is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khudi
Where is Khudi located?
Khudi village is located in Qalamabad Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Khudi?
Khudi is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khudi?
The pincode of Khudi is 193302.
What is the population of Khudi?
Khudi had a total population of 794, including 408 males and 386 females.
How many households are there in Khudi?
Khudi had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khudi was 56.14%. Male literacy was 69.97% and female literacy was 41.61%.