Bachal - Chenani, Udhampur
Bachal is a village situated in the Chenani tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chenani and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Katwalt serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bachal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bachal is 004997. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.7 hectares and falls under the 182141 pincode. Chenani is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bachal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bachal
As per Census 2011, Bachal village has a total population of 983 people, consisting of 509 males and 474 females. The village has 180 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 475 literate and 508 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 293 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bachal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 983 | 509 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 104 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 57 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 293 | 156 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 475 | 289 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 220 | 288 |
Nearby Villages of Bachal
Bachal 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 Bachal
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bachal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Chenani to Bachal is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Bachal is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bachal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bachal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bachal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bachal 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 Bachal
Where is Bachal located?
Bachal village is located in Chenani Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bachal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bachal is Katwalt.
What is the pincode of Bachal?
The pincode of Bachal is 182141.
What is the population of Bachal?
Bachal has a total population of 983, including 509 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Bachal?
There are 180 households in Bachal.
What is the literacy rate in Bachal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bachal is 48.32%. Male literacy is 56.78% and female literacy is 39.24%.