Bain Bajal - Jammu
Bain Bajal is a village situated in the Jammu tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from Jammu, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Bain Bajalta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bain Bajal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bain Bajal is 005954. The village covers a total geographical area of 681.1 hectares and falls under the 180017 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bain Bajal 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 Bain Bajal
As per Census 2011, Bain Bajal village has a total population of 1,636 people, consisting of 854 males and 782 females. The village has 278 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 242 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 914 literate and 722 illiterate residents. Additionally, 381 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 927 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bain Bajal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,636 | 854 | 782 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 126 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 381 | 208 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 927 | 474 | 453 |
| Literate Population | 914 | 532 | 382 |
| Illiterate Population | 722 | 322 | 400 |
Nearby Villages of Bain Bajal
Bain Bajal 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 Bain Bajal
Bain Bajal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Bain Bajal has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jammu to Bain Bajal is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Bain Bajal is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bain Bajal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bain Bajal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bain Bajal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bain Bajal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bain Bajal
Where is Bain Bajal located?
Bain Bajal village is located in Jammu Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bain Bajal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bain Bajal is Bain Bajalta.
What is the pincode of Bain Bajal?
The pincode of Bain Bajal is 180017.
What is the population of Bain Bajal?
Bain Bajal has a total population of 1,636, including 854 males and 782 females.
How many households are there in Bain Bajal?
There are 278 households in Bain Bajal.
What is the literacy rate in Bain Bajal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bain Bajal is 55.87%. Male literacy is 62.30% and female literacy is 48.85%.