Bobay
Bobay is a village located in Majalta tehsil of Udhampur district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Majalta (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Udhampur. As per 2009 stats, Babey is the gram panchayat of Bobay village.
Here you can discover what makes Bobay unique in its vibrant Majalta-Udhampur region. You’ll see Bobay’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 Bobay
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bobay is 005156. The village spans a total geographical area of 1182.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184205. Udhampur is nearest town to Bobay village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.
Google Map of Bobay
Population of Bobay
According to the 2011 Census, Bobay has a total population of about 1,788, with approximately 964 males and 824 females. The sex ratio is around 854 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 271 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 118 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 484. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.64%, with male literacy at about 60.68% and female literacy near 45.39%. There are around 367 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bobay's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,788 | 964 | 824 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 161 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 68 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 484 | 257 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 959 | 585 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 829 | 379 | 450 |
Connectivity of Bobay
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bobay. As per the 2011 stats, Bobay 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 Bobay
Knowing the nearby villages of Bobay helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bobay.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bobay
- Where is Bobay located?
- Bobay village is situated in Majalta Tehsil, within the Udhampur district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bobay?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bobay is Babey (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bobay?
- The pincode of Bobay is 184205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bobay as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bobay is 1,788, with 964 males and 824 females.
- How many households are there in Bobay as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bobay village has a total of 367 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bobay as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bobay is 53.64%. The male literacy rate is 60.68%, while the female literacy rate is 45.39%.