Beli Bakayan - Marh, Jammu
Beli Bakayan is a village situated in the Marh tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 25 km from Jammu and around 25 km from Jammu. Nai Basti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Beli Bakayan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beli Bakayan is 005845. The village covers a total geographical area of 171.2 hectares and falls under the 180002 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Beli Bakayan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Beli Bakayan
As per Census 2011, Beli Bakayan village has a total population of 126 people, consisting of 57 males and 69 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 1,210 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 60 literate and 66 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 124 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Beli Bakayan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 126 | 57 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 4 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 56 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 24 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Beli Bakayan
Beli Bakayan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Machhial | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Salal Pur | East | 1.99 km |
| Suhagni | South-East | 3.22 km |
| Saharan | East | 3.29 km |
| Chak Lahori | East | 3.75 km |
| Chak Balotrian | North-East | 3.81 km |
| Sandwan | South-East | 4.22 km |
| Rathua | East | 4.66 km |
| Chak Taru | East | 5.30 km |
| Thera | South-East | 5.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Beli Bakayan
Beli Bakayan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jammu Tawi, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jammu to Beli Bakayan is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beli Bakayan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beli Bakayan 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 Beli Bakayan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beli Bakayan 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 Beli Bakayan
Where is Beli Bakayan located?
Beli Bakayan village is located in Marh Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Beli Bakayan?
The Gram Panchayat of Beli Bakayan is Nai Basti.
What is the pincode of Beli Bakayan?
The pincode of Beli Bakayan is 180002.
What is the population of Beli Bakayan?
Beli Bakayan has a total population of 126, including 57 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Beli Bakayan?
There are 18 households in Beli Bakayan.
What is the literacy rate in Beli Bakayan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beli Bakayan is 47.62%. Male literacy is 57.89% and female literacy is 39.13%.