Barota - Ramkote, Kathua
Barota is a village situated in the Ramkote tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 30 km from Billawar and around 72 km from Kathua. Barota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barota is 001709. The village covers a total geographical area of 673 hectares and falls under the 184210 pincode. Billawar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Barota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barota
As per Census 2011, Barota village has a total population of 2,147 people, consisting of 1,150 males and 997 females. The village has 435 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 307 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,199 literate and 948 illiterate residents. Additionally, 844 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 104 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,147 | 1,150 | 997 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 307 | 167 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 844 | 434 | 410 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 53 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 1,199 | 714 | 485 |
| Illiterate Population | 948 | 436 | 512 |
Nearby Villages of Barota
Barota 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 Barota
Public transport in the Barota is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Billawar to Barota is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Barota is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barota
Where is Barota located?
Barota village is located in Ramkote Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barota?
Barota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barota?
The pincode of Barota is 184210.
What is the population of Barota?
Barota has a total population of 2,147, including 1,150 males and 997 females.
How many households are there in Barota?
There are 435 households in Barota.
What is the literacy rate in Barota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barota is 55.85%. Male literacy is 62.09% and female literacy is 48.65%.