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.

Bhera has its own place in the vibrant Punch 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 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.

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Population of Bhera

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Bhera village is around 2,743, including approximately 1,370 males and 1,373 females, with a sex ratio of 1002 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 507 children aged 0–6 years in Bhera village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bhera village has 8 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,350 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bhera village is about 54.94%, with male literacy at 64.16% and female literacy at 45.74%.
  • There are around 554 households in Bhera village.

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%.