Aloosa - Aloosa, Bandipora
Aloosa is a village situated in the Aloosa tehsil of Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Bandipore and around 8 km from Bandipore. Aloosa A serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Aloosa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aloosa is 002747. The village covers a total geographical area of 1002.4 hectares and falls under the 193505 pincode. Bandipora is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Aloosa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bandipora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aloosa
According to the 2011 Census, Aloosa village had a total population of 11,044 people, including 5,629 males and 5,415 females, living in 1,856 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.84%, with male literacy at 61.34% and female literacy at 46.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4,115.
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 | 11,044 | 5,629 | 5,415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,821 | 939 | 882 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,115 | 2,141 | 1,974 |
| Literate Population | 4,966 | 2,877 | 2,089 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,078 | 2,752 | 3,326 |
Nearby Villages of Aloosa
Aloosa 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 Aloosa
Aloosa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bandipora to Aloosa is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bandipore to Aloosa is about 8 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 Aloosa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aloosa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Aloosa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aloosa 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Aloosa
Where is Aloosa located?
Aloosa village is located in Aloosa Tehsil, Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Aloosa?
The Halqa Panchayat of Aloosa is Aloosa A.
What is the pincode of Aloosa?
The pincode of Aloosa is 193505.
What is the population of Aloosa?
Aloosa had a total population of 11,044, including 5,629 males and 5,415 females.
How many households are there in Aloosa?
Aloosa had 1,856 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aloosa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aloosa was 53.84%. Male literacy was 61.34% and female literacy was 46.08%.