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
As per Census 2011, Khanikote village has a total population of 908 people, consisting of 461 males and 447 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 408 literate and 500 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 110 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khanikote are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 908, including 461 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Khanikote?
There are 172 households in Khanikote.
What is the literacy rate in Khanikote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanikote is 44.93%. Male literacy is 56.40% and female literacy is 33.11%.