Baroi - Kathua
Baroi is a village situated in the Kathua tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Kathua, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Mehtabpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baroi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baroi is 001853. The village covers a total geographical area of 14 hectares and falls under the 184152 pincode. Kathua is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Baroi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kathua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Baroi
Baroi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dilwan | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Maroli | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Mangota | East | 2.92 km |
| Jamal Pur | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Janglote | West | 3.97 km |
| Dukhat | North | 5.42 km |
| Hote | South-East | 5.78 km |
| Jagat Pur | South | 5.81 km |
| Uttri | West | 6.02 km |
| Maha | South-East | 6.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Baroi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Baroi. The nearest railway station is Kathua, while the nearest airport is Pathankot Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| 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 Kathua to Baroi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baroi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baroi 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 Baroi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baroi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Baroi
Where is Baroi located?
Baroi village is located in Kathua Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baroi?
The Gram Panchayat of Baroi is Mehtabpur.
What is the pincode of Baroi?
The pincode of Baroi is 184152.