Bhalra - Bhaderwah, Doda
Bhalra is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baderwah and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Misrata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhalra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhalra is 004457. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.1 hectares and falls under the 182221 pincode. Baderwah is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bhalra 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 Bhalra
As per Census 2011, Bhalra village has a total population of 551 people, consisting of 285 males and 266 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 419 literate and 132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 232 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhalra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 551 | 285 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 116 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 419 | 246 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 39 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Bhalra
Bhalra 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 Bhalra
Bhalra 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 5-10 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 Bhalra is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Bhalra 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 Bhalra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhalra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhalra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhalra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhalra
Where is Bhalra located?
Bhalra village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhalra?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhalra is Misrata.
What is the pincode of Bhalra?
The pincode of Bhalra is 182221.
What is the population of Bhalra?
Bhalra has a total population of 551, including 285 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Bhalra?
There are 105 households in Bhalra.
What is the literacy rate in Bhalra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhalra is 76.04%. Male literacy is 86.32% and female literacy is 65.04%.