Bharda Kalan - Akhnoor, Jammu
Bharda Kalan is a village situated in the Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akhnoor and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Bharda Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharda Kalan is 005476. The village covers a total geographical area of 392.6 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Bharda 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 Bharda Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Bharda Kalan village had a total population of 1,737 people, including 880 males and 857 females, living in 353 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.23%, with male literacy at 83.54% and female literacy at 71.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 453, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 1,737 | 880 | 857 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 139 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 453 | 244 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 14 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,160 | 619 | 541 |
| Illiterate Population | 577 | 261 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Bharda Kalan
Bharda Kalan 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 Bharda Kalan
Bharda Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Akhnoor to Bharda Kalan is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Bharda Kalan is about 34 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 Bharda Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharda 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 Bharda 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 Bharda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bharda Kalan
Where is Bharda Kalan located?
Bharda Kalan village is located in Akhnoor Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bharda Kalan?
Bharda Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bharda Kalan?
The pincode of Bharda Kalan is 181201.
What is the population of Bharda Kalan?
Bharda Kalan had a total population of 1,737, including 880 males and 857 females.
How many households are there in Bharda Kalan?
Bharda Kalan had 353 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bharda Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharda Kalan was 77.23%. Male literacy was 83.54% and female literacy was 71.09%.