Khabber - Taryath, Rajouri
Khabber is a village situated in the Taryath tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 35 km from Kala Kote and around 85 km from Rajouri. Khabber village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khabber is 001552. The village covers a total geographical area of 1625.6 hectares and falls under the 185201 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Khabber village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kala kote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khabber
As per Census 2011, Khabber village has a total population of 1,934 people, consisting of 1,007 males and 927 females. The village has 456 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 306 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,074 literate and 860 illiterate residents. Additionally, 256 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 317 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khabber are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,934 | 1,007 | 927 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 155 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 256 | 137 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 317 | 165 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 1,074 | 629 | 445 |
| Illiterate Population | 860 | 378 | 482 |
Transport and Connectivity of Khabber
Public transport in the Khabber 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 Khabber is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khabber
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khabber village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khabber
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khabber village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khabber
Where is Khabber located?
Khabber village is located in Taryath Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khabber?
Khabber is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khabber?
The pincode of Khabber is 185201.
What is the population of Khabber?
Khabber has a total population of 1,934, including 1,007 males and 927 females.
How many households are there in Khabber?
There are 456 households in Khabber.
What is the literacy rate in Khabber?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khabber is 55.53%. Male literacy is 62.46% and female literacy is 48.00%.