Bakhiakhar - Handwara, Kupwara
Bakhiakhar is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handwara and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Bakhihakar serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Bakhiakhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakhiakhar is 000159. The village covers a total geographical area of 326.6 hectares and falls under the 193221 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Bakhiakhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bakhiakhar
According to the 2011 Census, Bakhiakhar village had a total population of 1,799 people, including 935 males and 864 females, living in 289 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.58%, with male literacy at 79.21% and female literacy at 59.17%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,799 | 935 | 864 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 127 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,082 | 640 | 442 |
| Illiterate Population | 717 | 295 | 422 |
Nearby Villages of Bakhiakhar
Bakhiakhar 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 Bakhiakhar
Bakhiakhar 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 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 Handwara to Bakhiakhar is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Bakhiakhar is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakhiakhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakhiakhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bakhiakhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakhiakhar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bakhiakhar
Where is Bakhiakhar located?
Bakhiakhar village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Bakhiakhar?
The Halqa Panchayat of Bakhiakhar is Bakhihakar.
What is the pincode of Bakhiakhar?
The pincode of Bakhiakhar is 193221.
What is the population of Bakhiakhar?
Bakhiakhar had a total population of 1,799, including 935 males and 864 females.
How many households are there in Bakhiakhar?
Bakhiakhar had 289 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakhiakhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakhiakhar was 69.58%. Male literacy was 79.21% and female literacy was 59.17%.