Bharoti - Drabshala, Kishtwar
Bharoti 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. Baroti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bharoti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharoti is 004701. The village covers a total geographical area of 255.8 hectares and falls under the 182204 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bharoti 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 Bharoti
As per Census 2011, Bharoti village has a total population of 485 people, consisting of 255 males and 230 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 199 literate and 286 illiterate residents. Additionally, 156 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bharoti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 485 | 255 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 45 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 88 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 137 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 118 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Bharoti
Bharoti 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 Bharoti
Bharoti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kishtwar to Bharoti 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 Bharoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharoti 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 Bharoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharoti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bharoti
Where is Bharoti located?
Bharoti village is located in Drabshala Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bharoti?
The Gram Panchayat of Bharoti is Baroti.
What is the pincode of Bharoti?
The pincode of Bharoti is 182204.
What is the population of Bharoti?
Bharoti has a total population of 485, including 255 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Bharoti?
There are 76 households in Bharoti.
What is the literacy rate in Bharoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharoti is 41.03%. Male literacy is 53.73% and female literacy is 26.96%.