Bhalote - Bhaderwah, Doda
Bhalote is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baderwah and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Misrata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhalote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhalote is 004458. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.9 hectares and falls under the 182221 pincode. Baderwah is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Bhalote 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 Bhalote
According to the 2011 Census, Bhalote village had a total population of 318 people, including 166 males and 152 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.85%, with male literacy at 94.12% and female literacy at 80.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42.
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 | 318 | 166 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 144 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 22 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Bhalote
Bhalote 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 Bhalote
Bhalote is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Bhalote is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Bhalote is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhalote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhalote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhalote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhalote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhalote
Where is Bhalote located?
Bhalote village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhalote?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhalote is Misrata.
What is the pincode of Bhalote?
The pincode of Bhalote is 182221.
What is the population of Bhalote?
Bhalote had a total population of 318, including 166 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Bhalote?
Bhalote had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhalote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhalote was 87.85%. Male literacy was 94.12% and female literacy was 80.74%.