Kehal - Majalta, Udhampur
Kehal is a village situated in the Majalta tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majalta and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Kail serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Kehal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kehal is 005148. The village covers a total geographical area of 396.2 hectares and falls under the 184205 pincode. Udhampur is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Kehal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kehal
According to the 2011 Census, Kehal village had a total population of 772 people, including 402 males and 370 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.63%, with male literacy at 80.29% and female literacy at 66.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 150, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 772 | 402 | 370 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 62 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 79 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 483 | 273 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 289 | 129 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Kehal
Kehal 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 Kehal
Kehal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Udhampur to Kehal is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kehal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kehal 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 Kehal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kehal 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 Kehal
Where is Kehal located?
Kehal village is located in Majalta Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Kehal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Kehal is Kail.
What is the pincode of Kehal?
The pincode of Kehal is 184205.
What is the population of Kehal?
Kehal had a total population of 772, including 402 males and 370 females.
How many households are there in Kehal?
Kehal had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kehal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kehal was 73.63%. Male literacy was 80.29% and female literacy was 66.46%.