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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Aloosa village has a total population of 11,044 people, consisting of 5,629 males and 5,415 females. The village has 1,856 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,821 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,966 literate and 6,078 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,115 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aloosa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,044 | 5,629 | 5,415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,821 | 939 | 882 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Aloosa?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 11,044, including 5,629 males and 5,415 females.
How many households are there in Aloosa?
There are 1,856 households in Aloosa.
What is the literacy rate in Aloosa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aloosa is 44.97%. Male literacy is 51.11% and female literacy is 38.58%.