Bhangara
Bhangara is a village located in Banihal tehsil of Ramban district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Banihal (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Ramban. As per 2009 stats, Bhangara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bhangara unique in its vibrant Banihal-Ramban region. You’ll see Bhangara’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 Bhangara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhangara is 004546. The village spans a total geographical area of 2612.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182146. Banihal is nearest town to Bhangara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Bhangara
Population of Bhangara
According to the 2011 Census, Bhangara has a total population of about 2,720, with approximately 1,462 males and 1,258 females. The sex ratio is around 860 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 608 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,596. The overall literacy rate is approximately 27.13%, with male literacy at about 36.53% and female literacy near 16.22%. There are around 535 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhangara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,720 | 1,462 | 1,258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 608 | 330 | 278 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,596 | 876 | 720 |
| Literate Population | 738 | 534 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,982 | 928 | 1,054 |
Connectivity of Bhangara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhangara. As per the 2011 stats, Bhangara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhangara
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhangara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhangara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhangara
- Where is Bhangara located?
- Bhangara village is situated in Banihal Tehsil, within the Ramban district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhangara?
- Bhangara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bhangara?
- The pincode of Bhangara is 182146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bhangara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhangara is 2,720, with 1,462 males and 1,258 females.
- How many households are there in Bhangara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhangara village has a total of 535 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhangara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhangara is 27.13%. The male literacy rate is 36.53%, while the female literacy rate is 16.22%.