Bandral Kalan
Bandral Kalan is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Bharda Kalan is the gram panchayat of Bandral Kalan village.
Bandral Kalan has its own place in the vibrant Jammu 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 Bandral Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bandral Kalan is 005475. The village spans a total geographical area of 621.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181201. Akhnoor is nearest town to Bandral Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
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Population of Bandral Kalan
Below is a concise population overview of Bandral Kalan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,634 | 838 | 796 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 103 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 729 | 375 | 354 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 11 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 1,178 | 644 | 534 |
| Illiterate Population | 456 | 194 | 262 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bandral Kalan village:
- The total population of Bandral Kalan village is around 1,634, including approximately 838 males and 796 females, with a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 186 children aged 0–6 years in Bandral Kalan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bandral Kalan village has 729 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 29 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bandral Kalan village is about 72.09%, with male literacy at 76.85% and female literacy at 67.09%.
- There are around 362 households in Bandral Kalan village.
Connectivity of Bandral Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bandral Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Bandral Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bandral Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Bandral Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bandral Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bandral Kalan
- Where is Bandral Kalan located?
- Bandral Kalan village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bandral Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bandral Kalan is Bharda Kalan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bandral Kalan?
- The pincode of Bandral Kalan is 181201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bandral Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bandral Kalan is 1,634, with 838 males and 796 females.
- How many households are there in Bandral Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bandral Kalan village has a total of 362 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bandral Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bandral Kalan is 72.09%. The male literacy rate is 76.85%, while the female literacy rate is 67.09%.