Bhardah Kalan
Bhardah Kalan is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Bharda Kalan is the gram panchayat of Bhardah Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Bhardah Kalan unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Bhardah 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 Bhardah Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhardah Kalan is 005476. The village spans a total geographical area of 392.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181201. Akhnoor is nearest town to Bhardah Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Bhardah Kalan
Population of Bhardah Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Bhardah Kalan has a total population of about 1,737, with approximately 880 males and 857 females. The sex ratio is around 973 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 235 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 453 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 20. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.78%, with male literacy at about 70.34% and female literacy near 63.13%. There are around 353 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhardah Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,737 | 880 | 857 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 139 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 453 | 244 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 14 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,160 | 619 | 541 |
| Illiterate Population | 577 | 261 | 316 |
Connectivity of Bhardah Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhardah Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Bhardah 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 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhardah Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhardah Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhardah Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhardah Kalan
- Where is Bhardah Kalan located?
- Bhardah Kalan village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhardah Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bhardah 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 Bhardah Kalan?
- The pincode of Bhardah Kalan is 181201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bhardah Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhardah Kalan is 1,737, with 880 males and 857 females.
- How many households are there in Bhardah Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhardah Kalan village has a total of 353 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhardah Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhardah Kalan is 66.78%. The male literacy rate is 70.34%, while the female literacy rate is 63.13%.