Bharda Khurd - Akhnoor, Jammu
Bharda Khurd is a village situated in the Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 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 Bharda Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharda Khurd is 005513. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.6 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Bharda Khurd 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 Khurd
As per Census 2011, Bharda Khurd village has a total population of 784 people, consisting of 414 males and 370 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 505 literate and 279 illiterate residents. Additionally, 416 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bharda Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 784 | 414 | 370 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 57 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 416 | 213 | 203 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 505 | 301 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 113 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Bharda Khurd
Bharda Khurd 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 Khurd
Bharda Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akhnoor to Bharda Khurd is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Bharda Khurd 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 Bharda Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharda Khurd 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bharda Khurd
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 Khurd 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bharda Khurd
Where is Bharda Khurd located?
Bharda Khurd village is located in Akhnoor Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bharda Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Bharda Khurd is Bharda Kalan.
What is the pincode of Bharda Khurd?
The pincode of Bharda Khurd is 181201.
What is the population of Bharda Khurd?
Bharda Khurd has a total population of 784, including 414 males and 370 females.
How many households are there in Bharda Khurd?
There are 155 households in Bharda Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Bharda Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharda Khurd is 64.41%. Male literacy is 72.71% and female literacy is 55.14%.