Bhella - Khawas, Rajouri
Bhella is a village situated in the Khawas tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 68 km from Budhal and around 62 km from Rajouri. Bhella village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhella is 001471. The village covers a total geographical area of 1768.1 hectares and falls under the 185201 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Bhella village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhella
As per Census 2011, Bhella village has a total population of 2,385 people, consisting of 1,233 males and 1,152 females. The village has 460 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 436 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 733 literate and 1,652 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,557 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhella are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,385 | 1,233 | 1,152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 436 | 222 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,557 | 808 | 749 |
| Literate Population | 733 | 485 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,652 | 748 | 904 |
Nearby Villages of Bhella
Bhella 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 Bhella
Bhella 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 Rajouri to Bhella is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhella
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhella 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 Bhella
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhella village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhella
Where is Bhella located?
Bhella village is located in Khawas Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhella?
Bhella is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhella?
The pincode of Bhella is 185201.
What is the population of Bhella?
Bhella has a total population of 2,385, including 1,233 males and 1,152 females.
How many households are there in Bhella?
There are 460 households in Bhella.
What is the literacy rate in Bhella?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhella is 30.73%. Male literacy is 39.33% and female literacy is 21.53%.