Bhandera

Bhandera is a village located in Kishtwar tehsil of Kishtwar district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 10km away from Kishtwar, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Bhandera village. As per 2009 stats, Bhutna Churyana is the gram panchayat of Bhandera village.

Bhandera has its own place in the vibrant Kishtwar 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 Bhandera

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhandera is 004691. The village spans a total geographical area of 413.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182204. Kishtwar is nearest town to Bhandera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Bhandera

Below is a concise population overview of Bhandera as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 871 444 427
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 172 84 88
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 394 250 144
Illiterate Population 477 194 283

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bhandera village:

  • The total population of Bhandera village is around 871, including approximately 444 males and 427 females, with a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 172 children aged 0–6 years in Bhandera village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Bhandera village is about 45.24%, with male literacy at 56.31% and female literacy at 33.72%.
  • There are around 167 households in Bhandera village.

Connectivity of Bhandera

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhandera. As per the 2011 stats, Bhandera 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 Bhandera

Knowing the nearby villages of Bhandera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhandera.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bhandera

Where is Bhandera located?
Bhandera village is situated in Kishtwar Tehsil, within the Kishtwar district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhandera?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhandera is Bhutna Churyana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bhandera?
The pincode of Bhandera is 182204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bhandera as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhandera is 871, with 444 males and 427 females.
How many households are there in Bhandera as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bhandera village has a total of 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhandera as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhandera is 45.24%. The male literacy rate is 56.31%, while the female literacy rate is 33.72%.