Bhera
Bhera is a village located in Mendhar tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Mendhar (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Bhera village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bhera unique in its vibrant Mendhar-Punch region. You’ll see Bhera’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 Bhera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhera is 001207. The village spans a total geographical area of 507 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185111. Punch is nearest town to Bhera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Bhera
Population of Bhera
According to the 2011 Census, Bhera has a total population of about 2,743, with approximately 1,370 males and 1,373 females. The sex ratio is around 1002 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 507 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 8 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,350. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.94%, with male literacy at about 64.16% and female literacy near 45.74%. There are around 554 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,743 | 1,370 | 1,373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 507 | 285 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,350 | 678 | 672 |
| Literate Population | 1,507 | 879 | 628 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,236 | 491 | 745 |
Connectivity of Bhera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhera. As per the 2011 stats, Bhera 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 Bhera
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhera
- Where is Bhera located?
- Bhera village is situated in Mendhar Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhera?
- Bhera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bhera?
- The pincode of Bhera is 185111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bhera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhera is 2,743, with 1,370 males and 1,373 females.
- How many households are there in Bhera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhera village has a total of 554 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhera is 54.94%. The male literacy rate is 64.16%, while the female literacy rate is 45.74%.