Bathna - Drabshala, Kishtwar
Bathna is a village situated in the Drabshala tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Kishtwar and around 10 km from Kishtwar. Bhutna Churyana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bathna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bathna is 004703. The village covers a total geographical area of 668.6 hectares and falls under the 182204 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bathna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Inderwal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bathna
As per Census 2011, Bathna village has a total population of 833 people, consisting of 438 males and 395 females. The village has 177 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 171 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 378 literate and 455 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 274 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bathna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 833 | 438 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 96 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 43 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 274 | 153 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 235 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 455 | 203 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Bathna
Bathna 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 Bathna
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bathna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kishtwar to Bathna is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bathna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bathna 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 Bathna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bathna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bathna
Where is Bathna located?
Bathna village is located in Drabshala Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bathna?
The Gram Panchayat of Bathna is Bhutna Churyana.
What is the pincode of Bathna?
The pincode of Bathna is 182204.
What is the population of Bathna?
Bathna has a total population of 833, including 438 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Bathna?
There are 177 households in Bathna.
What is the literacy rate in Bathna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bathna is 45.38%. Male literacy is 53.65% and female literacy is 36.20%.