Bagnoti - Nowshera, Rajouri
Bagnoti is a village situated in the Nowshera tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Nowshera and around 49 km from Rajouri. Bagnoti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagnoti is 001581. The village covers a total geographical area of 857.9 hectares and falls under the 185151 pincode. Nowshera is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Bagnoti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bagnoti
As per Census 2011, Bagnoti village has a total population of 1,810 people, consisting of 949 males and 861 females. The village has 409 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 257 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,338 literate and 472 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 108 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bagnoti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,810 | 949 | 861 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 139 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 59 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 1,338 | 733 | 605 |
| Illiterate Population | 472 | 216 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Bagnoti
Bagnoti is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Jaralan | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Rajal | West | 2.73 km |
| Garan Pain | East | 3.59 km |
| Garan Bala | North-East | 4.20 km |
| Potha | South | 5.06 km |
| Dabbar | South-West | 5.94 km |
| Panhar | East | 6.45 km |
| Narian | North | 7.01 km |
| Gurah Sahib Singh | South-West | 7.48 km |
| Potha | East | 8.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bagnoti
Bagnoti is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is S M V D Katra, while the nearest airport is Rajouri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.7 km.
| 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 Nowshera to Bagnoti is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Bagnoti is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bagnoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagnoti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bagnoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagnoti 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 Bagnoti
Where is Bagnoti located?
Bagnoti village is located in Nowshera Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagnoti?
Bagnoti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bagnoti?
The pincode of Bagnoti is 185151.
What is the population of Bagnoti?
Bagnoti has a total population of 1,810, including 949 males and 861 females.
How many households are there in Bagnoti?
There are 409 households in Bagnoti.
What is the literacy rate in Bagnoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagnoti is 73.92%. Male literacy is 77.24% and female literacy is 70.27%.