Buddhi - Chowki Choura, Jammu
Buddhi is a village situated in the Chowki Choura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 33 km from Akhnoor and around 61 km from Jammu. Kaneri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Buddhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Buddhi is 005484. The village covers a total geographical area of 366.7 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Buddhi 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 Buddhi
As per Census 2011, Buddhi village has a total population of 389 people, consisting of 201 males and 188 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 241 literate and 148 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Buddhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 389 | 201 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 33 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 146 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 55 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Buddhi
Buddhi 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 Buddhi
Buddhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Buddhi is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Buddhi is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Buddhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Buddhi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Buddhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Buddhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Buddhi
Where is Buddhi located?
Buddhi village is located in Chowki Choura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Buddhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Buddhi is Kaneri.
What is the pincode of Buddhi?
The pincode of Buddhi is 181201.
What is the population of Buddhi?
Buddhi has a total population of 389, including 201 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Buddhi?
There are 93 households in Buddhi.
What is the literacy rate in Buddhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buddhi is 61.95%. Male literacy is 72.64% and female literacy is 50.53%.