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
As per Census 2011, Bharda Kalan village has a total population of 1,737 people, consisting of 880 males and 857 females. The village has 353 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,160 literate and 577 illiterate residents. Additionally, 453 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bharda Kalan are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,737, including 880 males and 857 females.
How many households are there in Bharda Kalan?
There are 353 households in Bharda Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Bharda Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharda Kalan is 66.78%. Male literacy is 70.34% and female literacy is 63.13%.