Barhon

Barhon is a village located in Thanamandi tehsil of Rajouri district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Thanamandi (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Rajouri.

Barhon has its own place in the vibrant Rajouri 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 Barhon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barhon is 001282. The village spans a total geographical area of 57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185212. Thanamandi is nearest town to Barhon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.

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Population of Barhon

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 535 270 265
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 109 60 49
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 100 47 53
Literate Population 269 157 112
Illiterate Population 266 113 153

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

  • The total population of Barhon village is around 535, including approximately 270 males and 265 females, with a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 109 children aged 0–6 years in Barhon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barhon village has 100 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Barhon village is about 50.28%, with male literacy at 58.15% and female literacy at 42.26%.
  • There are around 100 households in Barhon village.

Connectivity of Barhon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barhon. As per the 2011 stats, Barhon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Barhon

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Barhon

Where is Barhon located?
Barhon village is situated in Thanamandi Tehsil, within the Rajouri district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Barhon?
The pincode of Barhon is 185212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barhon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barhon is 535, with 270 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Barhon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barhon village has a total of 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barhon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barhon is 50.28%. The male literacy rate is 58.15%, while the female literacy rate is 42.26%.