Bathri - Kahara, Doda
Bathri is a village situated in the Kahara tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 17 km from Thathri and around 47 km from Doda. Bathri village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bathri is 004328. The village covers a total geographical area of 334.3 hectares and falls under the 182203 pincode. Thathri is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Bathri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bathri
According to the 2011 Census, Bathri village had a total population of 2,548 people, including 1,315 males and 1,233 females, living in 416 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.08%, with male literacy at 58.37% and female literacy at 31.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,326.
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 | 2,548 | 1,315 | 1,233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 565 | 299 | 266 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,326 | 677 | 649 |
| Literate Population | 894 | 593 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,654 | 722 | 932 |
Nearby Villages of Bathri
Bathri 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 Bathri
Public transport in the Bathri is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Thathri to Bathri is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Bathri is about 47 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 Bathri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bathri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bathri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bathri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bathri
Where is Bathri located?
Bathri village is located in Kahara Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Bathri?
Bathri is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bathri?
The pincode of Bathri is 182203.
What is the population of Bathri?
Bathri had a total population of 2,548, including 1,315 males and 1,233 females.
How many households are there in Bathri?
Bathri had 416 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bathri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bathri was 45.08%. Male literacy was 58.37% and female literacy was 31.13%.