Bhowani - Nowshera, Rajouri
Bhowani is a village situated in the Nowshera tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 22 km from Nowshera and around 73 km from Rajouri. Bhawani-a serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhowani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhowani is 001569. The village covers a total geographical area of 1884.2 hectares and falls under the 185155 pincode. Nowshera is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Bhowani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nowshera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhowani
As per Census 2011, Bhowani village has a total population of 2,361 people, consisting of 1,183 males and 1,178 females. The village has 601 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 369 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,633 literate and 728 illiterate residents. Additionally, 155 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhowani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,361 | 1,183 | 1,178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 216 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 79 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 18 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,633 | 871 | 762 |
| Illiterate Population | 728 | 312 | 416 |
Nearby Villages of Bhowani
Bhowani 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 Bhowani
Bhowani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhowani is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Bhowani is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhowani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhowani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhowani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhowani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhowani
Where is Bhowani located?
Bhowani village is located in Nowshera Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhowani?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhowani is Bhawani-a.
What is the pincode of Bhowani?
The pincode of Bhowani is 185155.
What is the population of Bhowani?
Bhowani has a total population of 2,361, including 1,183 males and 1,178 females.
How many households are there in Bhowani?
There are 601 households in Bhowani.
What is the literacy rate in Bhowani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhowani is 69.17%. Male literacy is 73.63% and female literacy is 64.69%.