Bandral Kalan - Akhnoor, Jammu
Bandral Kalan is a village situated in the Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akhnoor and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Bharda Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandral Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandral Kalan is 005475. The village covers a total geographical area of 621.2 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Bandral Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akhnoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandral Kalan
As per Census 2011, Bandral Kalan village has a total population of 1,634 people, consisting of 838 males and 796 females. The village has 362 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 186 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,178 literate and 456 illiterate residents. Additionally, 729 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bandral Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,634 | 838 | 796 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 103 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 729 | 375 | 354 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 11 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 1,178 | 644 | 534 |
| Illiterate Population | 456 | 194 | 262 |
Nearby Villages of Bandral Kalan
Bandral Kalan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dasgal | South-East | 1.42 km |
| Manda | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Palwan | South | 3.25 km |
| Sangani | North | 3.49 km |
| Gurah Brahmana | South-West | 4.42 km |
| Barui | North | 4.90 km |
| Gargal | North | 5.82 km |
| Kotli | North | 5.87 km |
| Nardi | North | 5.96 km |
| Malpur | South | 5.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bandral Kalan
Bandral Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is S M V D Katra, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.8 km.
| 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 Akhnoor to Bandral Kalan is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Bandral Kalan is about 30 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 Bandral Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandral Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bandral Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandral Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bandral Kalan
Where is Bandral Kalan located?
Bandral Kalan village is located in Akhnoor Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandral Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandral Kalan is Bharda Kalan.
What is the pincode of Bandral Kalan?
The pincode of Bandral Kalan is 181201.
What is the population of Bandral Kalan?
Bandral Kalan has a total population of 1,634, including 838 males and 796 females.
How many households are there in Bandral Kalan?
There are 362 households in Bandral Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Bandral Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandral Kalan is 72.09%. Male literacy is 76.85% and female literacy is 67.09%.