Khaneed - Basantgarh, Udhampur
Khaneed is a village situated in the Basantgarh tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 82 km from Ramnagar and around 118 km from Udhampur. Khaned serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khaneed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaneed is 005049. The village covers a total geographical area of 240 hectares and falls under the 182128 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Khaneed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khaneed
According to the 2011 Census, Khaneed village had a total population of 828 people, including 430 males and 398 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.12%, with male literacy at 81.67% and female literacy at 35.26%.
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 | 828 | 430 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 70 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 404 | 294 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 136 | 288 |
Nearby Villages of Khaneed
Khaneed 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 Khaneed
Public transport in the Khaneed 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 Ramnagar to Khaneed is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Khaneed is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khaneed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaneed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khaneed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaneed 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khaneed
Where is Khaneed located?
Khaneed village is located in Basantgarh Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khaneed?
The Gram Panchayat of Khaneed is Khaned.
What is the pincode of Khaneed?
The pincode of Khaneed is 182128.
What is the population of Khaneed?
Khaneed had a total population of 828, including 430 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Khaneed?
Khaneed had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khaneed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaneed was 60.12%. Male literacy was 81.67% and female literacy was 35.26%.