Bathuna - Dansal, Jammu
Bathuna is a village situated in the Dansal tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 63 km from Jammu and around 63 km from Jammu. Bhatyari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bathuna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bathuna is 005720. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.9 hectares and falls under the 181224 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bathuna 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 Bathuna
According to the 2011 Census, Bathuna village had a total population of 157 people, including 87 males and 70 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 805 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.26%, with male literacy at 81.33% and female literacy at 74.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 157 | 87 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 61 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 26 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Bathuna
Bathuna 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 Bathuna
Bathuna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bathuna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jammu to Bathuna is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Bathuna is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bathuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bathuna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bathuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bathuna 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bathuna
Where is Bathuna located?
Bathuna village is located in Dansal Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bathuna?
The Gram Panchayat of Bathuna is Bhatyari.
What is the pincode of Bathuna?
The pincode of Bathuna is 181224.
What is the population of Bathuna?
Bathuna had a total population of 157, including 87 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Bathuna?
Bathuna had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bathuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bathuna was 78.26%. Male literacy was 81.33% and female literacy was 74.60%.