Lowdara - Bandipora
Lowdara is a village situated in the Bandipora tehsil of Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Bandipora and around 5 km from Bandipora. Gamroo serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Lowdara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lowdara is 002762. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.5 hectares and falls under the 193502 pincode. Bandipora is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Lowdara 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 Lowdara
According to the 2011 Census, Lowdara village had a total population of 1,616 people, including 837 males and 779 females, living in 242 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.74%, with male literacy at 79.94% and female literacy at 60.59%.
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 | 1,616 | 837 | 779 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 124 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 962 | 570 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 654 | 267 | 387 |
Nearby Villages of Lowdara
Lowdara 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 Lowdara
Lowdara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bandipora to Lowdara is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bandipora to Lowdara is about 5 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 Lowdara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lowdara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lowdara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lowdara 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 Lowdara
Where is Lowdara located?
Lowdara village is located in Bandipora Tehsil, Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Lowdara?
The Halqa Panchayat of Lowdara is Gamroo.
What is the pincode of Lowdara?
The pincode of Lowdara is 193502.
What is the population of Lowdara?
Lowdara had a total population of 1,616, including 837 males and 779 females.
How many households are there in Lowdara?
Lowdara had 242 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lowdara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lowdara was 70.74%. Male literacy was 79.94% and female literacy was 60.59%.