Banderpora - Bijbehara, Anantnag
Banderpora is a village situated in the Bijbehara tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijbehara and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Banderpora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banderpora is 003604. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.5 hectares and falls under the 192124 pincode. Beijbehara is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Banderpora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijbehara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banderpora
According to the 2011 Census, Banderpora village had a total population of 1,562 people, including 777 males and 785 females, living in 212 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.78%, with male literacy at 71.59% and female literacy at 48.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 40.
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 | 1,562 | 777 | 785 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 147 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 28 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 758 | 451 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 804 | 326 | 478 |
Nearby Villages of Banderpora
Banderpora 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 Banderpora
Banderpora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Banderpora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beijbehara to Banderpora is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Banderpora is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banderpora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banderpora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Banderpora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banderpora 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Banderpora
Where is Banderpora located?
Banderpora village is located in Bijbehara Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banderpora?
Banderpora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Banderpora?
The pincode of Banderpora is 192124.
What is the population of Banderpora?
Banderpora had a total population of 1,562, including 777 males and 785 females.
How many households are there in Banderpora?
Banderpora had 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banderpora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banderpora was 59.78%. Male literacy was 71.59% and female literacy was 48.12%.