Bharowah - Bhaderwah, Doda
Bharowah is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhadarwa and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Hanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bharowah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharowah is 004470. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.7 hectares and falls under the 182221 pincode. Bhadarwa is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Bharowah 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 Bharowah
According to the 2011 Census, Bharowah village had a total population of 62 people, including 33 males and 29 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.08%, with male literacy at 88.46% and female literacy at 57.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62.
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 | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 10 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Bharowah
Bharowah 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 Bharowah
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bharowah.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadarwa to Bharowah is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Bharowah is about 28 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 Bharowah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharowah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bharowah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharowah 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bharowah
Where is Bharowah located?
Bharowah village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bharowah?
The Gram Panchayat of Bharowah is Hanga.
What is the pincode of Bharowah?
The pincode of Bharowah is 182221.
What is the population of Bharowah?
Bharowah had a total population of 62, including 33 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Bharowah?
Bharowah had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bharowah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharowah was 73.08%. Male literacy was 88.46% and female literacy was 57.69%.