Bathuni - Rajouri
Bathuni is a village situated in the Rajouri tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from Rajouri and around 2 km from Rajouri. Bathuni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bathuni is 001395. The village covers a total geographical area of 728.9 hectares and falls under the 185131 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Bathuni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bathuni
According to the 2011 Census, Bathuni village had a total population of 1,546 people, including 789 males and 757 females, living in 323 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.06%, with male literacy at 84.45% and female literacy at 67.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 455.
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 | 1,546 | 789 | 757 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 133 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 455 | 239 | 216 |
| Literate Population | 988 | 554 | 434 |
| Illiterate Population | 558 | 235 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Bathuni
Bathuni 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 Bathuni
Bathuni 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajouri to Bathuni is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bathuni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bathuni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bathuni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bathuni 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 Bathuni
Where is Bathuni located?
Bathuni village is located in Rajouri Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bathuni?
Bathuni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bathuni?
The pincode of Bathuni is 185131.
What is the population of Bathuni?
Bathuni had a total population of 1,546, including 789 males and 757 females.
How many households are there in Bathuni?
Bathuni had 323 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bathuni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bathuni was 76.06%. Male literacy was 84.45% and female literacy was 67.50%.