Bhaja - Bhaderwah, Doda
Bhaja is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baderwah and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Bheja serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Bhaja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhaja is 004512. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.2 hectares and falls under the 182222 pincode. Baderwah is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Bhaja 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 Bhaja
According to the 2011 Census, Bhaja village had a total population of 953 people, including 475 males and 478 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.70%, with male literacy at 85.46% and female literacy at 50.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 439, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 953 | 475 | 478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 76 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 439 | 217 | 222 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 547 | 341 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 134 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Bhaja
Bhaja 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 Bhaja
Bhaja 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baderwah to Bhaja is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Bhaja is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhaja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhaja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhaja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhaja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhaja
Where is Bhaja located?
Bhaja village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Bhaja?
The Halqa Panchayat of Bhaja is Bheja.
What is the pincode of Bhaja?
The pincode of Bhaja is 182222.
What is the population of Bhaja?
Bhaja had a total population of 953, including 475 males and 478 females.
How many households are there in Bhaja?
Bhaja had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhaja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhaja was 67.70%. Male literacy was 85.46% and female literacy was 50.37%.