Kathil Ganju - Ramnagar, Udhampur
Kathil Ganju is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Katheel Ganju East serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathil Ganju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathil Ganju is 005074. The village covers a total geographical area of 931.6 hectares and falls under the 182126 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kathil Ganju village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kathil Ganju
As per Census 2011, Kathil Ganju village has a total population of 2,732 people, consisting of 1,417 males and 1,315 females. The village has 478 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 429 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,649 literate and 1,083 illiterate residents. Additionally, 525 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kathil Ganju are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,732 | 1,417 | 1,315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 429 | 241 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 525 | 273 | 252 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,649 | 975 | 674 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,083 | 442 | 641 |
Nearby Villages of Kathil Ganju
Kathil Ganju 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 Kathil Ganju
Kathil Ganju is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Kathil Ganju is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Kathil Ganju is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathil Ganju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathil Ganju village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kathil Ganju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathil Ganju village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kathil Ganju
Where is Kathil Ganju located?
Kathil Ganju village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathil Ganju?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathil Ganju is Katheel Ganju East.
What is the pincode of Kathil Ganju?
The pincode of Kathil Ganju is 182126.
What is the population of Kathil Ganju?
Kathil Ganju has a total population of 2,732, including 1,417 males and 1,315 females.
How many households are there in Kathil Ganju?
There are 478 households in Kathil Ganju.
What is the literacy rate in Kathil Ganju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathil Ganju is 60.36%. Male literacy is 68.81% and female literacy is 51.25%.