Hoja Bola - Kahara, Doda
Hoja Bola is a village situated in the Kahara tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from Thathri and around 38 km from Doda. Jia serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Hoja Bola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hoja Bola is 004305. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.3 hectares and falls under the 182203 pincode. Thathri is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Hoja Bola 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 Hoja Bola
According to the 2011 Census, Hoja Bola village had a total population of 673 people, including 340 males and 333 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.54%, with male literacy at 73.53% and female literacy at 41.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 167.
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 | 673 | 340 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 68 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 167 | 87 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 200 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 140 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Hoja Bola
Hoja Bola 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 Hoja Bola
Public transport in the Hoja Bola 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 Thathri to Hoja Bola is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Hoja Bola is about 38 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 Hoja Bola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hoja Bola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Hoja Bola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hoja Bola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Hoja Bola
Where is Hoja Bola located?
Hoja Bola village is located in Kahara Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Hoja Bola?
The Halqa Panchayat of Hoja Bola is Jia.
What is the pincode of Hoja Bola?
The pincode of Hoja Bola is 182203.
What is the population of Hoja Bola?
Hoja Bola had a total population of 673, including 340 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Hoja Bola?
Hoja Bola had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hoja Bola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hoja Bola was 57.54%. Male literacy was 73.53% and female literacy was 41.54%.