Misrata - Bhaderwah, Doda
Misrata is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baderewah and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Misrata village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Misrata is 004453. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.9 hectares and falls under the 182221 pincode. Baderwah is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Misrata 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 Misrata
As per Census 2011, Misrata village has a total population of 449 people, consisting of 227 males and 222 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 282 literate and 167 illiterate residents. Additionally, 233 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Misrata are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 449 | 227 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 233 | 121 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 170 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 57 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Misrata
Misrata 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 Misrata
Misrata 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 Misrata is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Misrata is about 45 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 Misrata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Misrata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Misrata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Misrata 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Misrata
Where is Misrata located?
Misrata village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Misrata?
Misrata is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Misrata?
The pincode of Misrata is 182221.
What is the population of Misrata?
Misrata has a total population of 449, including 227 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Misrata?
There are 85 households in Misrata.
What is the literacy rate in Misrata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Misrata is 62.81%. Male literacy is 74.89% and female literacy is 50.45%.