Bagga Marh - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Bagga Marh is a village situated in the R. S. Pura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 1 km from R.s.pora and around 22 km from Jammu. Kotli Shah Daula serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Bagga Marh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagga Marh is 006036. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.2 hectares and falls under the 181102 pincode. R.s.pora is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Bagga Marh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the RS Pura South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bagga Marh
According to the 2011 Census, Bagga Marh village had a total population of 1,089 people, including 565 males and 524 females, living in 226 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.32%, with male literacy at 93.92% and female literacy at 82.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 398, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 1,089 | 565 | 524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 55 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 398 | 208 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 870 | 479 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 86 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Bagga Marh
Bagga Marh 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 Bagga Marh
Bagga Marh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bagga Marh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 R.s.pora to Bagga Marh is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Bagga Marh is about 22 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 Bagga Marh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagga Marh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bagga Marh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagga Marh 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 Bagga Marh
Where is Bagga Marh located?
Bagga Marh village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Bagga Marh?
The Halqa Panchayat of Bagga Marh is Kotli Shah Daula.
What is the pincode of Bagga Marh?
The pincode of Bagga Marh is 181102.
What is the population of Bagga Marh?
Bagga Marh had a total population of 1,089, including 565 males and 524 females.
How many households are there in Bagga Marh?
Bagga Marh had 226 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bagga Marh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagga Marh was 88.32%. Male literacy was 93.92% and female literacy was 82.32%.