Boniyar
Boniyar is a Town and Tehsil in Baramula District of Jammu & Kashmir. In India, a tehsil is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Boniyar Block (CD) is 00038. The total area of Boniyar Tehsil is 96 km². Boniyar has a sex ratio of approximately 833 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Boniyar Tehsil
Boniyar Tehsil has a total of 52 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Boniyar Tehsil, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aithshm Pora | N/A | Baramulla (35 km) |
| 2 | Azad Pora | N/A | Uri (25 km) |
| 3 | Bagnah Noor Khah | N/A | Uri (30 km) |
| 4 | Banali | N/A | Baramulla (30 km) |
| 5 | Bandi Brahmanan | N/A | Uri (7 km) |
| 6 | Bardian | N/A | Baramulla (31 km) |
| 7 | Batangi | N/A | Baramulla (25 km) |
| 8 | Bernate | N/A | Baramulla (24 km) |
| 9 | Bichi | N/A | Baramulla (30 km) |
| 10 | Biji Hama | N/A | Uri (16 km) |
| 11 | Bila Salamabad | N/A | Uri (20 km) |
| 12 | Bimyar | N/A | Uri (15 km) |
| 13 | Boniyar | N/A | Uri (21 km) |
| 14 | Brari Pora | N/A | Uri (12 km) |
| 15 | Chahal | N/A | Baramulla (20 km) |
| 16 | Chotali | N/A | Baramulla (38 km) |
| 17 | Dara Kujan | N/A | Baramulla (35 km) |
| 18 | Dudaran | N/A | Baramulla (38 km) |
| 19 | Forest Block | N/A | Uri (25 km) |
| 20 | Gagar Hal | N/A | Baramulla (36 km) |
| 21 | Girda Nawah | N/A | Baramulla (20 km) |
| 22 | Hilad Peernian | N/A | Baramulla (25 km) |
| 23 | Hundi Noweshera | N/A | Baramulla (22 km) |
| 24 | Ijara | N/A | Uri (15 km) |
| 25 | Jabdi | N/A | Baramulla (37 km) |
| 26 | Javind | N/A | Baramulla (25 km) |
| 27 | Kathal Hil Patribal | N/A | Uri (18 km) |
| 28 | Kenchan | N/A | Uri (20 km) |
| 29 | Ladi | N/A | Baramulla (25 km) |
| 30 | Limber | N/A | Uri (40 km) |
| 31 | Mahura | N/A | Uri (27 km) |
| 32 | Maidanan | N/A | Baramulla (32 km) |
| 33 | Manchi Krand | N/A | Uri (7 km) |
| 34 | Manj Gram | N/A | Baramulla (14 km) |
| 35 | Mayan | N/A | Uri (18 km) |
| 36 | Muqam Piran | N/A | Uri (18 km) |
| 37 | Nagnari | N/A | Uri (42 km) |
| 38 | Niloosa | N/A | Uri (20 km) |
| 39 | Now Gram | N/A | Uri (25 km) |
| 40 | Pahli Pora | N/A | Uri (15 km) |
| 41 | Peernian | N/A | Baramulla (15 km) |
| 42 | Pran Kutran | N/A | Uri (25 km) |
| 43 | Pringal | N/A | Uri (25 km) |
| 44 | Ram Poor | N/A | Uri (18 km) |
| 45 | Salamabad Dachhna | N/A | Uri (25 km) |
| 46 | Salasan | N/A | Baramulla (30 km) |
| 47 | Shala Dajan | N/A | Baramulla (25 km) |
| 48 | Sheerwani Pora | N/A | Uri (16 km) |
| 49 | Tirkanjan | N/A | Baramulla (28 km) |
| 50 | Uranbowa | N/A | Uri (25 km) |
| 51 | Wari Khah | N/A | Uri (25 km) |
| 52 | Zehem Pora | N/A | Baramulla (13 km) |
Population of Boniyar Tehsil
The population profile of Boniyar Tehsil offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Boniyar Tehsil's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 72,564 | 72,564 | N/A |
| Male Population | 39,566 | 39,566 | N/A |
| Female Population | 32,998 | 32,998 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 13,661 | 13,661 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 7,381 | 7,381 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,280 | 6,280 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 35,182 | 35,182 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 23,626 | 23,626 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 11,556 | 11,556 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 37,382 | 37,382 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 15,940 | 15,940 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 21,442 | 21,442 | N/A |
| Total Households | 11,912 | 11,912 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 72,564 people. Includes nearly 39,566 males and 32,998 females. Rural population is about 72,564 people.
- There are around 13,661 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 7,381 boys and 6,280 girls.
- Literate population is about 35,182 people. Non-literate population is around 37,382 people.
- There are nearly 11,912 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Boniyar Tehsil, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 52 | 52 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 52 | 52 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 9,666 | 9,666 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 5,176 | 5,176 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 4,490 | 4,490 | N/A |
| Population Density | 759 / km² | 759 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Boniyar Tehsil is approximately 52 people. Around 52 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Boniyar Tehsil is about 9,666 people, including 5,176 males and 4,490 females. Around 9,666 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 759 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 759 people per sq. km.