Barthal - Batote, Ramban
Barthal is a village situated in the Batote tehsil of Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 1 km from Ramban and around 1 km from Ramban. Thopal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barthal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barthal is 004595. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.7 hectares and falls under the 182143 pincode. Ramban is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Barthal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ramban Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barthal
According to the 2011 Census, Barthal village had a total population of 487 people, including 252 males and 235 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.73%, with male literacy at 75.81% and female literacy at 52.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 82.
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 | 487 | 252 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 45 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 268 | 163 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 89 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Barthal
Barthal 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 Barthal
Barthal 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 Ramban to Barthal is about 1 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 Barthal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barthal 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 Barthal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barthal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barthal
Where is Barthal located?
Barthal village is located in Batote Tehsil, Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barthal?
The Gram Panchayat of Barthal is Thopal.
What is the pincode of Barthal?
The pincode of Barthal is 182143.
What is the population of Barthal?
Barthal had a total population of 487, including 252 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Barthal?
Barthal had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barthal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barthal was 64.73%. Male literacy was 75.81% and female literacy was 52.76%.