Bhatera - Kalakote, Rajouri
Bhatera is a village situated in the Kalakote tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalakote and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Bathera serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Bhatera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatera is 001532. The village covers a total geographical area of 334.7 hectares and falls under the 185202 pincode. Nowshera is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Bhatera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhatera
According to the 2011 Census, Bhatera village had a total population of 562 people, including 295 males and 267 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.16%, with male literacy at 88.52% and female literacy at 55.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 403, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 100.
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 | 562 | 295 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 51 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 403 | 214 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 53 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 350 | 216 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 79 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatera
Bhatera 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 Bhatera
Bhatera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Nowshera to Bhatera is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Bhatera is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhatera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatera 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhatera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhatera 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhatera
Where is Bhatera located?
Bhatera village is located in Kalakote Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Bhatera?
The Halqa Panchayat of Bhatera is Bathera.
What is the pincode of Bhatera?
The pincode of Bhatera is 185202.
What is the population of Bhatera?
Bhatera had a total population of 562, including 295 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Bhatera?
Bhatera had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatera was 72.16%. Male literacy was 88.52% and female literacy was 55.60%.