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
According to the 2011 Census, Udhan village had a total population of 975 people, including 500 males and 475 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.64%, with male literacy at 60.55% and female literacy at 32.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 721.
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 | 975 | 500 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 102 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 975, including 500 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Udhan?
Udhan had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Udhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udhan was 46.64%. Male literacy was 60.55% and female literacy was 32.48%.