Khah - Kalakote, Rajouri
Khah is a village situated in the Kalakote tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalakote and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Khadrian serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Khah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khah is 001486. The village covers a total geographical area of 280 hectares and falls under the 185202 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Khah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khah
According to the 2011 Census, Khah village had a total population of 435 people, including 218 males and 217 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.50%, with male literacy at 68.21% and female literacy at 48.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 364.
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 | 435 | 218 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 45 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 364 | 182 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 118 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 100 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Khah
Khah 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 Khah
Khah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Rajouri to Khah is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khah
Where is Khah located?
Khah village is located in Kalakote Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Khah?
The Halqa Panchayat of Khah is Khadrian.
What is the pincode of Khah?
The pincode of Khah is 185202.
What is the population of Khah?
Khah had a total population of 435, including 218 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Khah?
Khah had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khah was 58.50%. Male literacy was 68.21% and female literacy was 48.85%.