Uranbowa - Boniyar, Baramulla
Uranbowa is a village situated in the Boniyar tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Boniyar and around 30 km from Baramulla. Uranbowa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uranbowa is 002582. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.1 hectares and falls under the 193122 pincode. Uri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Uranbowa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Uri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uranbowa
According to the 2011 Census, Uranbowa village had a total population of 1,893 people, including 969 males and 924 females, living in 331 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.65%, with male literacy at 85.91% and female literacy at 61.17%.
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 | 1,893 | 969 | 924 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 153 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,191 | 701 | 490 |
| Illiterate Population | 702 | 268 | 434 |
Nearby Villages of Uranbowa
Uranbowa 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 Uranbowa
Uranbowa 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uri to Uranbowa is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Uranbowa is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uranbowa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uranbowa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Uranbowa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uranbowa 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Uranbowa
Where is Uranbowa located?
Uranbowa village is located in Boniyar Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uranbowa?
Uranbowa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Uranbowa?
The pincode of Uranbowa is 193122.
What is the population of Uranbowa?
Uranbowa had a total population of 1,893, including 969 males and 924 females.
How many households are there in Uranbowa?
Uranbowa had 331 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uranbowa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uranbowa was 73.65%. Male literacy was 85.91% and female literacy was 61.17%.