Bandral Khurd - Chowki Choura, Jammu
Bandral Khurd is a village situated in the Chowki Choura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Akhnoor and around 40 km from Jammu. Bandral Khurd village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandral Khurd is 005459. The village covers a total geographical area of 1743.8 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bandral 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 Bandral Khurd
As per Census 2011, Bandral Khurd village has a total population of 967 people, consisting of 522 males and 445 females. The village has 209 households and a sex ratio of 852 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 671 literate and 296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bandral Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 967 | 522 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 62 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 671 | 403 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 119 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Bandral Khurd
Bandral Khurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nara | North | 2.75 km |
| Kotli | East | 4.14 km |
| Dana | South-West | 4.62 km |
| Manani | South-West | 4.77 km |
| Mawa Brahmana | South-West | 4.94 km |
| Bhambla | North-West | 5.01 km |
| Bain Lehar | North-East | 5.11 km |
| Gargal | East | 5.12 km |
| Rameen Makhian | North-West | 5.41 km |
| Sangani | East | 5.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bandral Khurd
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bandral Khurd. The nearest railway station is S M V D Katra, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.5 km.
| 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 Bandral Khurd is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Bandral Khurd is about 40 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 Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandral Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bandral 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 Bandral Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bandral Khurd
Where is Bandral Khurd located?
Bandral Khurd village is located in Chowki Choura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandral Khurd?
Bandral Khurd is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bandral Khurd?
The pincode of Bandral Khurd is 181201.
What is the population of Bandral Khurd?
Bandral Khurd has a total population of 967, including 522 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Bandral Khurd?
There are 209 households in Bandral Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Bandral Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandral Khurd is 69.39%. Male literacy is 77.20% and female literacy is 60.22%.