Kote Charwal - Khawas, Rajouri
Kote Charwal is a village situated in the Khawas tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 103 km from Budhal and around 72 km from Rajouri. Kote Charwal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kote Charwal is 001479. The village covers a total geographical area of 1557.7 hectares and falls under the 185201 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Kote Charwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kote Charwal
As per Census 2011, Kote Charwal village has a total population of 1,892 people, consisting of 966 males and 926 females. The village has 371 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 497 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 485 literate and 1,407 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,855 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kote Charwal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,892 | 966 | 926 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 497 | 260 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,855 | 948 | 907 |
| Literate Population | 485 | 320 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,407 | 646 | 761 |
Nearby Villages of Kote Charwal
Kote Charwal 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 Kote Charwal
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kote Charwal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Rajouri to Kote Charwal is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kote Charwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kote Charwal 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 Kote Charwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kote Charwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kote Charwal
Where is Kote Charwal located?
Kote Charwal village is located in Khawas Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kote Charwal?
Kote Charwal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kote Charwal?
The pincode of Kote Charwal is 185201.
What is the population of Kote Charwal?
Kote Charwal has a total population of 1,892, including 966 males and 926 females.
How many households are there in Kote Charwal?
There are 371 households in Kote Charwal.
What is the literacy rate in Kote Charwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kote Charwal is 25.63%. Male literacy is 33.13% and female literacy is 17.82%.