Peernia - Boniyar, Baramulla
Peernia is a village situated in the Boniyar tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Boniyar and around 15 km from Baramulla. Ijara serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Peernia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peernia is 002566. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.5 hectares and falls under the 193122 pincode. Baramulla is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Peernia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Peernia
According to the 2011 Census, Peernia village had a total population of 522 people, including 251 males and 271 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 1,080 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.12%, with male literacy at 81.69% and female literacy at 65.04%.
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 | 522 | 251 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 38 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 174 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 77 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Peernia
Peernia 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 Peernia
Public transport in the Peernia is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baramulla to Peernia is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peernia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peernia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Peernia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peernia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Peernia
Where is Peernia located?
Peernia village is located in Boniyar Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Peernia?
The Halqa Panchayat of Peernia is Ijara.
What is the pincode of Peernia?
The pincode of Peernia is 193122.
What is the population of Peernia?
Peernia had a total population of 522, including 251 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Peernia?
Peernia had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Peernia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peernia was 73.12%. Male literacy was 81.69% and female literacy was 65.04%.