Bamhal
Bamhal is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Kot Garhi is the gram panchayat of Bamhal village.
Here you can discover what makes Bamhal unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Bamhal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bamhal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bamhal is 005527. The village spans a total geographical area of 176.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181201. Akhnoor is nearest town to Bamhal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Bamhal
Population of Bamhal
According to the 2011 Census, Bamhal has a total population of about 1,776, with approximately 951 males and 825 females. The sex ratio is around 867 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 220 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 646 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.71%, with male literacy at about 71.92% and female literacy near 58.55%. There are around 387 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bamhal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,776 | 951 | 825 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 123 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 646 | 346 | 300 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,167 | 684 | 483 |
| Illiterate Population | 609 | 267 | 342 |
Connectivity of Bamhal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bamhal. As per the 2011 stats, Bamhal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bamhal
Knowing the nearby villages of Bamhal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bamhal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bamhal
- Where is Bamhal located?
- Bamhal village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bamhal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bamhal is Kot Garhi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bamhal?
- The pincode of Bamhal is 181201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bamhal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bamhal is 1,776, with 951 males and 825 females.
- How many households are there in Bamhal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bamhal village has a total of 387 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bamhal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bamhal is 65.71%. The male literacy rate is 71.92%, while the female literacy rate is 58.55%.