Kandipora - Bijbehara, Anantnag
Kandipora is a village situated in the Bijbehara tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijbehara and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Katoo serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Kandipora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandipora is 003600. The village covers a total geographical area of 140 hectares and falls under the 192124 pincode. Beijbehara is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Kandipora 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 Kandipora
According to the 2011 Census, Kandipora village had a total population of 1,197 people, including 551 males and 646 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 1,172 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.36%, with male literacy at 83.20% and female literacy at 61.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 48.
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 | 1,197 | 551 | 646 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 51 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 27 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 770 | 416 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 427 | 135 | 292 |
Nearby Villages of Kandipora
Kandipora 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 Kandipora
Kandipora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kandipora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beijbehara to Kandipora is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Kandipora is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandipora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandipora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kandipora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandipora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kandipora
Where is Kandipora located?
Kandipora village is located in Bijbehara Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Kandipora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Kandipora is Katoo.
What is the pincode of Kandipora?
The pincode of Kandipora is 192124.
What is the population of Kandipora?
Kandipora had a total population of 1,197, including 551 males and 646 females.
How many households are there in Kandipora?
Kandipora had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandipora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandipora was 71.36%. Male literacy was 83.20% and female literacy was 61.14%.