Khirdi - Samba
Khirdi is a village situated in the Samba tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Samba, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Moutalian Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khirdi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khirdi is 006344. The village covers a total geographical area of 364.2 hectares and falls under the 184121 pincode.
Khirdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Samba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khirdi
According to the 2011 Census, Khirdi village had a total population of 287 people, including 146 males and 141 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.44%, with male literacy at 67.46% and female literacy at 51.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 183, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 57.
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 | 287 | 146 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 93 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 85 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 61 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Khirdi
Khirdi 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 Khirdi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khirdi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Samba to Khirdi is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khirdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khirdi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khirdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khirdi 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 Khirdi
Where is Khirdi located?
Khirdi village is located in Samba Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khirdi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khirdi is Moutalian Kalan.
What is the pincode of Khirdi?
The pincode of Khirdi is 184121.
What is the population of Khirdi?
Khirdi had a total population of 287, including 146 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Khirdi?
Khirdi had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khirdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khirdi was 59.44%. Male literacy was 67.46% and female literacy was 51.22%.