Udhan - Khawas, Rajouri
Udhan is a village situated in the Khawas tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 105 km from Budhal and around 76 km from Rajouri. Udhan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udhan is 001478. The village covers a total geographical area of 564.1 hectares and falls under the 185201 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Udhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Udhan
As per Census 2011, Udhan village has a total population of 975 people, consisting of 500 males and 475 females. The village has 169 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 186 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 368 literate and 607 illiterate residents. Additionally, 721 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Udhan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 975 | 500 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 102 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 721 | 370 | 351 |
| Literate Population | 368 | 241 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 607 | 259 | 348 |
Nearby Villages of Udhan
Udhan 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 Udhan
Public transport in the Udhan is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Udhan is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udhan 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 Udhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udhan 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 Udhan
Where is Udhan located?
Udhan village is located in Khawas Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udhan?
Udhan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Udhan?
The pincode of Udhan is 185201.
What is the population of Udhan?
Udhan has a total population of 975, including 500 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Udhan?
There are 169 households in Udhan.
What is the literacy rate in Udhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udhan is 37.74%. Male literacy is 48.20% and female literacy is 26.74%.