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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Udarni village has a total population of 463 people, consisting of 240 males and 223 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 199 literate and 264 illiterate residents. Additionally, 260 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 194 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Udarni are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Udarni?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 463, including 240 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Udarni?
There are 89 households in Udarni.
What is the literacy rate in Udarni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udarni is 42.98%. Male literacy is 49.58% and female literacy is 35.87%.