Barshalla - Thathri, Doda
Barshalla is a village situated in the Thathri tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thathri and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Barshalla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barshalla is 004237. The village covers a total geographical area of 928.4 hectares and falls under the 182203 pincode. Thatri is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Barshalla 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 Barshalla
According to the 2011 Census, Barshalla village had a total population of 1,403 people, including 708 males and 695 females, living in 292 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.58%, with male literacy at 80.46% and female literacy at 52.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,403 | 708 | 695 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 99 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 31 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 811 | 490 | 321 |
| Illiterate Population | 592 | 218 | 374 |
Transport and Connectivity of Barshalla
Public transport in the Barshalla 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 Thatri to Barshalla is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Barshalla is about 39 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 Barshalla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barshalla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barshalla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barshalla 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barshalla
Where is Barshalla located?
Barshalla village is located in Thathri Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barshalla?
Barshalla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barshalla?
The pincode of Barshalla is 182203.
What is the population of Barshalla?
Barshalla had a total population of 1,403, including 708 males and 695 females.
How many households are there in Barshalla?
Barshalla had 292 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barshalla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barshalla was 66.58%. Male literacy was 80.46% and female literacy was 52.71%.