Balham Thankanpora - Rafiabad, Baramulla
Balham Thankanpora is a village situated in the Rafiabad tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from Rafiabad and around 24 km from Baramulla. Balhama serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Balham Thankanpora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balham Thankanpora is 002286. The village covers a total geographical area of 262.2 hectares and falls under the 193301 pincode. Watergam is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Balham Thankanpora 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 Balham Thankanpora
According to the 2011 Census, Balham Thankanpora village had a total population of 1,691 people, including 888 males and 803 females, living in 248 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.65%, with male literacy at 61.39% and female literacy at 40.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 1,691 | 888 | 803 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 324 | 168 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 706 | 442 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 985 | 446 | 539 |
Nearby Villages of Balham Thankanpora
Balham Thankanpora 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 Balham Thankanpora
Balham Thankanpora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Balham Thankanpora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Balham Thankanpora is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Balham Thankanpora is about 24 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 Balham Thankanpora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balham Thankanpora 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balham Thankanpora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balham Thankanpora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balham Thankanpora
Where is Balham Thankanpora located?
Balham Thankanpora village is located in Rafiabad Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Balham Thankanpora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Balham Thankanpora is Balhama.
What is the pincode of Balham Thankanpora?
The pincode of Balham Thankanpora is 193301.
What is the population of Balham Thankanpora?
Balham Thankanpora had a total population of 1,691, including 888 males and 803 females.
How many households are there in Balham Thankanpora?
Balham Thankanpora had 248 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balham Thankanpora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balham Thankanpora was 51.65%. Male literacy was 61.39% and female literacy was 40.80%.