Bharra - Bhalla, Doda
Bharra is a village situated in the Bhalla tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 22 km from Baderwah and around 25 km from Doda. Southa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bharra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharra is 004444. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.7 hectares and falls under the 182221 pincode. Baderwah is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Bharra 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 Bharra
As per Census 2011, Bharra village has a total population of 466 people, consisting of 234 males and 232 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 274 literate and 192 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bharra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 466 | 234 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 42 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 15 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 164 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 70 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Bharra
Bharra 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 Bharra
Bharra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baderwah to Bharra is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Bharra is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bharra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharra 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bharra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bharra
Where is Bharra located?
Bharra village is located in Bhalla Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bharra?
The Gram Panchayat of Bharra is Southa.
What is the pincode of Bharra?
The pincode of Bharra is 182221.
What is the population of Bharra?
Bharra has a total population of 466, including 234 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Bharra?
There are 96 households in Bharra.
What is the literacy rate in Bharra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharra is 58.80%. Male literacy is 70.09% and female literacy is 47.41%.