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
As per Census 2011, Kither Jagir village has a total population of 245 people, consisting of 128 males and 117 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 72 literate and 173 illiterate residents. Additionally, 194 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kither Jagir are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 245, including 128 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Kither Jagir?
There are 42 households in Kither Jagir.
What is the literacy rate in Kither Jagir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kither Jagir is 29.39%. Male literacy is 40.63% and female literacy is 17.09%.