Bhau - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Bhau is a village situated in the R. S. Pura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 9 km from R.s.pura and around 20 km from Jammu. Bhou serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Bhau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhau is 006022. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 181101 pincode.
Bhau 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 Bhau
According to the 2011 Census, Bhau village had a total population of 912 people, including 478 males and 434 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.36%, with male literacy at 94.85% and female literacy at 83.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 132.
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 | 912 | 478 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 51 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 72 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 739 | 405 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 73 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Bhau
Bhau 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 Bhau
Public transport in the Bhau is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jammu to Bhau is about 20 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 Bhau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhau 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 Bhau
Where is Bhau located?
Bhau village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Bhau?
The Halqa Panchayat of Bhau is Bhou.
What is the pincode of Bhau?
The pincode of Bhau is 181101.
What is the population of Bhau?
Bhau had a total population of 912, including 478 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Bhau?
Bhau had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhau was 89.36%. Male literacy was 94.85% and female literacy was 83.50%.