Khanikote - Arnas, Reasi
Khanikote is a village situated in the Arnas tehsil of Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 30 km from Gool-gulabgarh. and around 100 km from Reasi. Khanikote village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanikote is 005217. The village covers a total geographical area of 1085.4 hectares and falls under the 182313 pincode. Reasi is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Khanikote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khanikote
According to the 2011 Census, Khanikote village had a total population of 908 people, including 461 males and 447 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.04%, with male literacy at 67.01% and female literacy at 40.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 110.
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 | 908 | 461 | 447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 73 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 55 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 408 | 260 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 201 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Khanikote
Khanikote 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 Khanikote
Public transport in the Khanikote 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 Reasi to Khanikote is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Reasi to Khanikote is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanikote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanikote 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 Khanikote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanikote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khanikote
Where is Khanikote located?
Khanikote village is located in Arnas Tehsil, Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanikote?
Khanikote is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khanikote?
The pincode of Khanikote is 182313.
What is the population of Khanikote?
Khanikote had a total population of 908, including 461 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Khanikote?
Khanikote had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanikote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanikote was 54.04%. Male literacy was 67.01% and female literacy was 40.33%.