Bhakoga - Bani, Kathua
Bhakoga is a village situated in the Bani tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bani and around 185 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Bhakoga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhakoga is 001766. The village covers a total geographical area of 229 hectares and falls under the 184206 pincode. Bani is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Bhakoga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhakoga
According to the 2011 Census, Bhakoga village had a total population of 1,147 people, including 589 males and 558 females, living in 215 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.27%, with male literacy at 67.63% and female literacy at 32.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,054.
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 | 1,147 | 589 | 558 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 107 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,054 | 541 | 513 |
| Literate Population | 474 | 326 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 673 | 263 | 410 |
Nearby Villages of Bhakoga
Bhakoga 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 Bhakoga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bhakoga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bani to Bhakoga is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Bhakoga is about 185 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhakoga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhakoga 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 Bhakoga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhakoga 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 Bhakoga
Where is Bhakoga located?
Bhakoga village is located in Bani Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhakoga?
Bhakoga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhakoga?
The pincode of Bhakoga is 184206.
What is the population of Bhakoga?
Bhakoga had a total population of 1,147, including 589 males and 558 females.
How many households are there in Bhakoga?
Bhakoga had 215 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhakoga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhakoga was 50.27%. Male literacy was 67.63% and female literacy was 32.10%.