Khurd - Chenani, Udhampur
Khurd is a village situated in the Chenani tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chenani and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Ghantwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khurd is 005007. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.8 hectares and falls under the 182141 pincode. Chenani is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khurd
As per Census 2011, Khurd village has a total population of 72 people, consisting of 40 males and 32 females. The village has 11 households and a sex ratio of 800 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 41 literate and 31 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 72 | 40 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 40 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 29 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 11 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Khurd
Khurd 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 Khurd
Public transport in the Khurd is mainly available through shared van 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 Chenani to Khurd is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Khurd is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khurd 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 Khurd
Where is Khurd located?
Khurd village is located in Chenani Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Khurd is Ghantwal.
What is the pincode of Khurd?
The pincode of Khurd is 182141.
What is the population of Khurd?
Khurd has a total population of 72, including 40 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Khurd?
There are 11 households in Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khurd is 56.94%. Male literacy is 72.50% and female literacy is 37.50%.