Kither Jagir - Chenani, Udhampur
Kither Jagir is a village situated in the Chenani tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chenani and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Kither serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kither Jagir village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kither Jagir is 004981. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.8 hectares and falls under the 182141 pincode. Chenani is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Kither Jagir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kither Jagir
According to the 2011 Census, Kither Jagir village had a total population of 245 people, including 128 males and 117 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.38%, with male literacy at 57.14% and female literacy at 24.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 194, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 36.
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 | 245 | 128 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 102 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 52 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 76 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Kither Jagir
Kither Jagir 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 Kither Jagir
Public transport in the Kither Jagir is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chenani to Kither Jagir is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Kither Jagir is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kither Jagir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kither Jagir village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kither Jagir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kither Jagir 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kither Jagir
Where is Kither Jagir located?
Kither Jagir village is located in Chenani Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kither Jagir?
The Gram Panchayat of Kither Jagir is Kither.
What is the pincode of Kither Jagir?
The pincode of Kither Jagir is 182141.
What is the population of Kither Jagir?
Kither Jagir had a total population of 245, including 128 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Kither Jagir?
Kither Jagir had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kither Jagir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kither Jagir was 41.38%. Male literacy was 57.14% and female literacy was 24.10%.