Bhullari - Bani, Kathua
Bhullari is a village situated in the Bani tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bani and around 187 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Bhullari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhullari is 001764. The village covers a total geographical area of 491 hectares and falls under the 184206 pincode. Bani is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Bhullari 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 Bhullari
As per Census 2011, Bhullari village has a total population of 1,074 people, consisting of 549 males and 525 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 207 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 515 literate and 559 illiterate residents. Additionally, 162 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 599 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhullari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,074 | 549 | 525 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 102 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 93 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 599 | 300 | 299 |
| Literate Population | 515 | 349 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 559 | 200 | 359 |
Nearby Villages of Bhullari
Bhullari 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 Bhullari
Bhullari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bhullari is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Bhullari is about 187 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 Bhullari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhullari 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 Bhullari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhullari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhullari
Where is Bhullari located?
Bhullari village is located in Bani Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhullari?
Bhullari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhullari?
The pincode of Bhullari is 184206.
What is the population of Bhullari?
Bhullari has a total population of 1,074, including 549 males and 525 females.
How many households are there in Bhullari?
There are 186 households in Bhullari.
What is the literacy rate in Bhullari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhullari is 47.95%. Male literacy is 63.57% and female literacy is 31.62%.