Bajah
Bajah is a village located in Thathri tehsil of Doda district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Thathari (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Doda. As per 2009 stats, Chiralla is the gram panchayat of Bajah village.
Bajah has its own place in the vibrant Doda region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Bajah
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bajah is 004307. The village spans a total geographical area of 112.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182201. Baderwah is nearest town to Bajah village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bajah village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Udhampur  Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bajah
Population of Bajah
Below is a concise population overview of Bajah as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 567 | 286 | 281 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 56 | 46 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 82 | 70 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 302 | 186 | 116 |
Illiterate Population | 265 | 100 | 165 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bajah village:
- The total population of Bajah village is around 567, including approximately 286 males and 281 females, with a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 102 children aged 0–6 years in Bajah village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bajah village has 152 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Bajah village is about 53.26%, with male literacy at 65.03% and female literacy at 41.28%.
- There are around 106 households in Bajah village.
Connectivity of Bajah
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bajah. As per the 2011 stats, Bajah had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bajah
Knowing the nearby villages of Bajah helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bajah.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bajah
- Where is Bajah located?
- Bajah village is situated in Thathri Tehsil, within the Doda district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bajah?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bajah is Chiralla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bajah?
- The pincode of Bajah is 182201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bajah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bajah is 567, with 286 males and 281 females.
- How many households are there in Bajah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bajah village has a total of 106 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bajah as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bajah is 53.26%. The male literacy rate is 65.03%, while the female literacy rate is 41.28%.