Bathri Jarai - Dalhousie, Chamba
Bathri Jarai is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Bathri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bathri Jarai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bathri Jarai is 007444. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.79 hectares and falls under the 176306 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Bathri Jarai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bathri Jarai
According to the 2011 Census, Bathri Jarai village had a total population of 534 people, including 278 males and 256 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.81%, with male literacy at 97.59% and female literacy at 87.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 105.
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 | 534 | 278 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 29 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 29 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 52 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 452 | 243 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 35 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Bathri Jarai
Bathri Jarai 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 Bathri Jarai
Bathri Jarai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dalhousie to Bathri Jarai is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Bathri Jarai is about 40 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 Bathri Jarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bathri Jarai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bathri Jarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bathri Jarai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Bathri Jarai
Where is Bathri Jarai located?
Bathri Jarai village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bathri Jarai?
The Gram Panchayat of Bathri Jarai is Bathri.
What is the pincode of Bathri Jarai?
The pincode of Bathri Jarai is 176306.
What is the population of Bathri Jarai?
Bathri Jarai had a total population of 534, including 278 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Bathri Jarai?
Bathri Jarai had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bathri Jarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bathri Jarai was 92.81%. Male literacy was 97.59% and female literacy was 87.82%.