Bherooti - Balakote, Poonch
Bherooti is a village situated in the Balakote tehsil of Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 33 km from Mendhar and around 47 km from Punch. Bharuti serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Bherooti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bherooti is 001230. The village covers a total geographical area of 601 hectares and falls under the 185211 pincode. Punch is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Bherooti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bherooti
According to the 2011 Census, Bherooti village had a total population of 892 people, including 414 males and 478 females, living in 201 households. The sex ratio was 1,155 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.36%, with male literacy at 80.48% and female literacy at 58.65%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 104.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 892 | 414 | 478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 81 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 50 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 512 | 268 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 380 | 146 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Bherooti
Bherooti is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bherooti
Bherooti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Punch to Bherooti is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bherooti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bherooti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bherooti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bherooti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bherooti
Where is Bherooti located?
Bherooti village is located in Balakote Tehsil, Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Bherooti?
The Halqa Panchayat of Bherooti is Bharuti.
What is the pincode of Bherooti?
The pincode of Bherooti is 185211.
What is the population of Bherooti?
Bherooti had a total population of 892, including 414 males and 478 females.
How many households are there in Bherooti?
Bherooti had 201 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bherooti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bherooti was 68.36%. Male literacy was 80.48% and female literacy was 58.65%.