Barmeen - Ramnagar, Udhampur
Barmeen is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Lower Barmeen serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barmeen village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barmeen is 005031. The village covers a total geographical area of 1712.2 hectares and falls under the 182124 pincode. Udhampur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Barmeen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barmeen
According to the 2011 Census, Barmeen village had a total population of 4,322 people, including 2,274 males and 2,048 females, living in 690 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.16%, with male literacy at 66.90% and female literacy at 44.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 769, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 566.
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 | 4,322 | 2,274 | 2,048 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 766 | 416 | 350 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 769 | 399 | 370 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 566 | 289 | 277 |
| Literate Population | 1,997 | 1,243 | 754 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,325 | 1,031 | 1,294 |
Nearby Villages of Barmeen
Barmeen 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 Barmeen
Barmeen is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Udhampur to Barmeen is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barmeen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barmeen village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barmeen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barmeen 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 Barmeen
Where is Barmeen located?
Barmeen village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barmeen?
The Gram Panchayat of Barmeen is Lower Barmeen.
What is the pincode of Barmeen?
The pincode of Barmeen is 182124.
What is the population of Barmeen?
Barmeen had a total population of 4,322, including 2,274 males and 2,048 females.
How many households are there in Barmeen?
Barmeen had 690 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barmeen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barmeen was 56.16%. Male literacy was 66.90% and female literacy was 44.41%.