Kunchipora - Kunzer, Baramulla
Kunchipora is a village situated in the Kunzer tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Tangmarg and around 45 km from Baramulla. Reram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunchipora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunchipora is 002659. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.8 hectares and falls under the 193404 pincode. Tangmarg is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kunchipora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gulmarg Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kunchipora
According to the 2011 Census, Kunchipora village had a total population of 801 people, including 416 males and 385 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.58%, with male literacy at 56.89% and female literacy at 39.88%.
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 | 801 | 416 | 385 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 75 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 324 | 194 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 477 | 222 | 255 |
Transport and Connectivity of Kunchipora
Kunchipora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kunchipora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tangmarg to Kunchipora is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Kunchipora is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunchipora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunchipora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kunchipora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunchipora 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kunchipora
Where is Kunchipora located?
Kunchipora village is located in Kunzer Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunchipora?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunchipora is Reram.
What is the pincode of Kunchipora?
The pincode of Kunchipora is 193404.
What is the population of Kunchipora?
Kunchipora had a total population of 801, including 416 males and 385 females.
How many households are there in Kunchipora?
Kunchipora had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kunchipora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunchipora was 48.58%. Male literacy was 56.89% and female literacy was 39.88%.