Margipora Bala - Dongiwacha, Baramulla
Margipora Bala is a village situated in the Dongiwacha tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from Rafiabad and around 18 km from Baramulla. Dangiwacha serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Margipora Bala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Margipora Bala is 002250. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.9 hectares and falls under the 193303 pincode. Watergam is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Margipora Bala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rafiabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Margipora Bala
According to the 2011 Census, Margipora Bala village had a total population of 157 people, including 75 males and 82 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,093 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.64%, with male literacy at 71.67% and female literacy at 56.94%.
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 | 157 | 75 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 32 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Margipora Bala
Margipora Bala 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 Margipora Bala
Margipora Bala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Margipora Bala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Watergam to Margipora Bala is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Margipora Bala is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Margipora Bala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Margipora Bala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Margipora Bala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Margipora Bala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Margipora Bala
Where is Margipora Bala located?
Margipora Bala village is located in Dongiwacha Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Margipora Bala?
The Halqa Panchayat of Margipora Bala is Dangiwacha.
What is the pincode of Margipora Bala?
The pincode of Margipora Bala is 193303.
What is the population of Margipora Bala?
Margipora Bala had a total population of 157, including 75 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Margipora Bala?
Margipora Bala had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Margipora Bala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Margipora Bala was 63.64%. Male literacy was 71.67% and female literacy was 56.94%.