Bera Marhote - Kalakote, Rajouri
Bera Marhote is a village situated in the Kalakote tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalakote and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Broh serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Bera Marhote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bera Marhote is 001492. The village covers a total geographical area of 1035.2 hectares and falls under the 185202 pincode. Kalakote is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bera Marhote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bera Marhote
According to the 2011 Census, Bera Marhote village had a total population of 1,664 people, including 858 males and 806 females, living in 357 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.72%, with male literacy at 63.87% and female literacy at 39.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 217, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,104.
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 | 1,664 | 858 | 806 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 353 | 191 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 109 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,104 | 576 | 528 |
| Literate Population | 678 | 426 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 986 | 432 | 554 |
Nearby Villages of Bera Marhote
Bera Marhote 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 Bera Marhote
Bera Marhote is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kalakote to Bera Marhote is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Bera Marhote is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bera Marhote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bera Marhote 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 Bera Marhote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bera Marhote 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bera Marhote
Where is Bera Marhote located?
Bera Marhote village is located in Kalakote Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Bera Marhote?
The Halqa Panchayat of Bera Marhote is Broh.
What is the pincode of Bera Marhote?
The pincode of Bera Marhote is 185202.
What is the population of Bera Marhote?
Bera Marhote had a total population of 1,664, including 858 males and 806 females.
How many households are there in Bera Marhote?
Bera Marhote had 357 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bera Marhote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bera Marhote was 51.72%. Male literacy was 63.87% and female literacy was 39.13%.