Udarni - Kalakote, Rajouri
Udarni is a village situated in the Kalakote tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalakote and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Kothian-b serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Udarni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udarni is 001485. The village covers a total geographical area of 253.7 hectares and falls under the 185202 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Udarni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Udarni
According to the 2011 Census, Udarni village had a total population of 463 people, including 240 males and 223 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.49%, with male literacy at 60.71% and female literacy at 45.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 260, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 194.
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 | 463 | 240 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 135 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 194 | 102 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 119 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 121 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Udarni
Udarni 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 Udarni
Udarni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajouri to Udarni is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udarni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udarni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Udarni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udarni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Udarni
Where is Udarni located?
Udarni village is located in Kalakote Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Udarni?
The Halqa Panchayat of Udarni is Kothian-b.
What is the pincode of Udarni?
The pincode of Udarni is 185202.
What is the population of Udarni?
Udarni had a total population of 463, including 240 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Udarni?
Udarni had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Udarni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udarni was 53.49%. Male literacy was 60.71% and female literacy was 45.45%.