Bhaiya - Hiranagar, Kathua
Bhaiya is a village situated in the Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiranagar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Bhayia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhaiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhaiya is 001987. The village covers a total geographical area of 506 hectares and falls under the 184142 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Bhaiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Billawar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhaiya
As per Census 2011, Bhaiya village has a total population of 2,145 people, consisting of 1,138 males and 1,007 females. The village has 427 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,489 literate and 656 illiterate residents. Additionally, 966 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 98 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhaiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,145 | 1,138 | 1,007 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 138 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 966 | 505 | 461 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 46 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 1,489 | 869 | 620 |
| Illiterate Population | 656 | 269 | 387 |
Nearby Villages of Bhaiya
Bhaiya 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 Bhaiya
Bhaiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bhaiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiranagar to Bhaiya is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Bhaiya is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhaiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhaiya 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 Bhaiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhaiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhaiya
Where is Bhaiya located?
Bhaiya village is located in Hiranagar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhaiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhaiya is Bhayia.
What is the pincode of Bhaiya?
The pincode of Bhaiya is 184142.
What is the population of Bhaiya?
Bhaiya has a total population of 2,145, including 1,138 males and 1,007 females.
How many households are there in Bhaiya?
There are 427 households in Bhaiya.
What is the literacy rate in Bhaiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhaiya is 69.42%. Male literacy is 76.36% and female literacy is 61.57%.