Bhalra - Bhaderwah, Doda
Bhalra is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baderwah and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Misrata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhalra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhalra is 004457. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.1 hectares and falls under the 182221 pincode. Baderwah is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bhalra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhalra
According to the 2011 Census, Bhalra village had a total population of 551 people, including 285 males and 266 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.48%, with male literacy at 95.72% and female literacy at 72.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 232.
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 | 551 | 285 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 116 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 419 | 246 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 39 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Bhalra
Bhalra 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 Bhalra
Bhalra 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 5-10 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 Baderwah to Bhalra is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Bhalra 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 Bhalra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhalra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhalra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhalra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhalra
Where is Bhalra located?
Bhalra village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhalra?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhalra is Misrata.
What is the pincode of Bhalra?
The pincode of Bhalra is 182221.
What is the population of Bhalra?
Bhalra had a total population of 551, including 285 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Bhalra?
Bhalra had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhalra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhalra was 84.48%. Male literacy was 95.72% and female literacy was 72.38%.