Baggay - Dansal, Jammu
Baggay is a village situated in the Dansal tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 50 km from Jammu and around 50 km from Jammu. Dansal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baggay village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baggay is 005686. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.6 hectares and falls under the 181224 pincode. Jasmmu is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Baggay village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baggay
As per Census 2011, Baggay village has a total population of 387 people, consisting of 203 males and 184 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 241 literate and 146 illiterate residents. Additionally, 223 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baggay are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 387 | 203 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 29 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 223 | 117 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 141 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 62 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Baggay
Baggay 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 Baggay
Public transport in the Baggay is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jasmmu to Baggay is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Baggay is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baggay
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baggay village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Baggay
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baggay 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baggay
Where is Baggay located?
Baggay village is located in Dansal Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baggay?
The Gram Panchayat of Baggay is Dansal.
What is the pincode of Baggay?
The pincode of Baggay is 181224.
What is the population of Baggay?
Baggay has a total population of 387, including 203 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Baggay?
There are 78 households in Baggay.
What is the literacy rate in Baggay?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baggay is 62.27%. Male literacy is 69.46% and female literacy is 54.35%.