Bardoh - Khour, Jammu
Bardoh is a village situated in the Khour tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 46 km from Akhnoor and around 74 km from Jammu. Bardoh village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bardoh is 005494. The village covers a total geographical area of 634.2 hectares and falls under the 181203 pincode. Khour is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bardoh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhamb Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bardoh
According to the 2011 Census, Bardoh village had a total population of 1,240 people, including 640 males and 600 females, living in 247 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.50%, with male literacy at 81.45% and female literacy at 61.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 1,240 | 640 | 600 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 101 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 755 | 439 | 316 |
| Illiterate Population | 485 | 201 | 284 |
Nearby Villages of Bardoh
Bardoh 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 Bardoh
Bardoh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Khour to Bardoh is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Bardoh is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bardoh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bardoh 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 Bardoh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bardoh 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 Bardoh
Where is Bardoh located?
Bardoh village is located in Khour Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Bardoh?
Bardoh is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bardoh?
The pincode of Bardoh is 181203.
What is the population of Bardoh?
Bardoh had a total population of 1,240, including 640 males and 600 females.
How many households are there in Bardoh?
Bardoh had 247 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bardoh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bardoh was 71.50%. Male literacy was 81.45% and female literacy was 61.12%.