Banjla - Bhaderwah, Doda
Banjla is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baderwah and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Chinote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banjla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banjla is 004504. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 182222 pincode. Baderwah is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Banjla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banjla
As per Census 2011, Banjla village has a total population of 152 people, consisting of 69 males and 83 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 1,202 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 92 literate and 60 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banjla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 152 | 69 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 4 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 35 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 34 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 58 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 11 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Banjla
Banjla 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 Banjla
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Banjla.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baderwah to Banjla is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Banjla is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banjla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banjla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Banjla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banjla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Banjla
Where is Banjla located?
Banjla village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banjla?
The Gram Panchayat of Banjla is Chinote.
What is the pincode of Banjla?
The pincode of Banjla is 182222.
What is the population of Banjla?
Banjla has a total population of 152, including 69 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Banjla?
There are 24 households in Banjla.
What is the literacy rate in Banjla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banjla is 60.53%. Male literacy is 84.06% and female literacy is 40.96%.