Khah - Koteranka, Rajouri
Khah is a village situated in the Koteranka tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 30 km from Budhal and around 40 km from Rajouri. Khah No. 1 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khah is 001466. The village covers a total geographical area of 1795.2 hectares and falls under the 185132 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Khah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khah
According to the 2011 Census, Khah village had a total population of 3,831 people, including 2,006 males and 1,825 females, living in 790 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.38%, with male literacy at 61.01% and female literacy at 34.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,933.
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 | 3,831 | 2,006 | 1,825 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 714 | 380 | 334 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,933 | 1,010 | 923 |
| Literate Population | 1,508 | 992 | 516 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,323 | 1,014 | 1,309 |
Nearby Villages of Khah
Khah 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 Khah
Public transport in the Khah is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajouri to Khah is about 40 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 Khah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khah 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 Khah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khah
Where is Khah located?
Khah village is located in Koteranka Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khah?
The Gram Panchayat of Khah is Khah No. 1.
What is the pincode of Khah?
The pincode of Khah is 185132.
What is the population of Khah?
Khah had a total population of 3,831, including 2,006 males and 1,825 females.
How many households are there in Khah?
Khah had 790 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khah was 48.38%. Male literacy was 61.01% and female literacy was 34.61%.