Bhatoli - Bhalla, Doda
Bhatoli 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 Bhatoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatoli is 004433. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 182221 pincode. Baderwah is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Bhatoli 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 Bhatoli
According to the 2011 Census, Bhatoli village had a total population of 174 people, including 94 males and 80 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 851 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.33%, with male literacy at 91.46% and female literacy at 60.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102.
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 | 174 | 94 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 56 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 75 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 19 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatoli
Bhatoli 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 Bhatoli
Bhatoli 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baderwah to Bhatoli is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Bhatoli 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 Bhatoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhatoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhatoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhatoli
Where is Bhatoli located?
Bhatoli village is located in Bhalla Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhatoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhatoli is Southa.
What is the pincode of Bhatoli?
The pincode of Bhatoli is 182221.
What is the population of Bhatoli?
Bhatoli had a total population of 174, including 94 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Bhatoli?
Bhatoli had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatoli was 77.33%. Male literacy was 91.46% and female literacy was 60.29%.