Bhajwal - Sunderbani, Rajouri
Bhajwal is a village situated in the Sunderbani tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sunderbani and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Bajwal Upper-a serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhajwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhajwal is 001650. The village covers a total geographical area of 3036.4 hectares and falls under the 185153 pincode.
Bhajwal 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 Bhajwal
As per Census 2011, Bhajwal village has a total population of 7,101 people, consisting of 3,611 males and 3,490 females. The village has 1,647 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 822 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,206 literate and 1,895 illiterate residents. Additionally, 422 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhajwal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,101 | 3,611 | 3,490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 822 | 458 | 364 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 422 | 217 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 5,206 | 2,840 | 2,366 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,895 | 771 | 1,124 |
Nearby Villages of Bhajwal
Bhajwal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thanda Pani | North | 3.64 km |
| Pukharni | South | 4.68 km |
| Mawa | North-East | 4.93 km |
| Changi Kangrial | West | 4.97 km |
| Marchola | North | 5.41 km |
| Patrara | North-East | 6.60 km |
| Chak Tawela | West | 6.67 km |
| Langar | North-East | 7.15 km |
| Bakhar | North-West | 7.40 km |
| Kangri | West | 7.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhajwal
Bhajwal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is S M V D Katra, while the nearest airport is Rajouri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhajwal is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhajwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhajwal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhajwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhajwal 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 Bhajwal
Where is Bhajwal located?
Bhajwal village is located in Sunderbani Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhajwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhajwal is Bajwal Upper-a.
What is the pincode of Bhajwal?
The pincode of Bhajwal is 185153.
What is the population of Bhajwal?
Bhajwal has a total population of 7,101, including 3,611 males and 3,490 females.
How many households are there in Bhajwal?
There are 1,647 households in Bhajwal.
What is the literacy rate in Bhajwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhajwal is 73.31%. Male literacy is 78.65% and female literacy is 67.79%.