Barota - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Barota 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 23 km from Jammu. Rangpur Sidhrey serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barota is 006039. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.1 hectares and falls under the 181111 pincode. R.s.pora is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Barota 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 Barota
As per Census 2011, Barota village has a total population of 1,119 people, consisting of 587 males and 532 females. The village has 240 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 890 literate and 229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 653 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,119 | 587 | 532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 55 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 653 | 352 | 301 |
| Literate Population | 890 | 484 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 103 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Barota
Barota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lagwal | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Bajawati | East | 1.99 km |
| Keso Manhasan | West | 2.17 km |
| Chak Katlan | East | 2.32 km |
| Chak Deoli | South | 2.32 km |
| Karali Kalan | North-West | 3.11 km |
| Tarapur | North-East | 3.61 km |
| Karali Khurd | North-West | 3.84 km |
| Chak Baglan | North-West | 4.16 km |
| Bain | East | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barota
Barota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vijaypur Jammu, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 R.s.pora to Barota is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Barota is about 23 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 Barota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barota 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barota
Where is Barota located?
Barota village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barota?
The Gram Panchayat of Barota is Rangpur Sidhrey.
What is the pincode of Barota?
The pincode of Barota is 181111.
What is the population of Barota?
Barota has a total population of 1,119, including 587 males and 532 females.
How many households are there in Barota?
There are 240 households in Barota.
What is the literacy rate in Barota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barota is 79.54%. Male literacy is 82.45% and female literacy is 76.32%.