Kheen - Ramnagar, Udhampur
Kheen is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Kirmoo B serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kheen village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kheen is 005104. The village covers a total geographical area of 405.5 hectares and falls under the 182122 pincode. Udhampur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Kheen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kheen
According to the 2011 Census, Kheen village had a total population of 1,047 people, including 534 males and 513 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.36%, with male literacy at 82.63% and female literacy at 59.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 303, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 63.
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 | 1,047 | 534 | 513 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 85 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 303 | 154 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 628 | 371 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 419 | 163 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Kheen
Kheen 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 Kheen
Kheen 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 <5 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 Kheen is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kheen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kheen village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kheen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kheen village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kheen
Where is Kheen located?
Kheen village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kheen?
The Gram Panchayat of Kheen is Kirmoo B.
What is the pincode of Kheen?
The pincode of Kheen is 182122.
What is the population of Kheen?
Kheen had a total population of 1,047, including 534 males and 513 females.
How many households are there in Kheen?
Kheen had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kheen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kheen was 71.36%. Male literacy was 82.63% and female literacy was 59.63%.