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.
Here you can discover what makes Bandral Kalan unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Bandral Kalan’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 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.
Google Map of Bandral Kalan
Population of Bandral Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Bandral Kalan has a total population of about 1,634, with approximately 838 males and 796 females. The sex ratio is around 949 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 186 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 729 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 29. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.09%, with male literacy at about 76.85% and female literacy near 67.09%. There are around 362 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bandral Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.