Mirchmar - Singhpora, Baramulla
Mirchmar is a village situated in the Singhpora tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 9 km from Pattan and around 37 km from Baramulla. Merchimar serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Mirchmar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mirchmar is 002364. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.5 hectares and falls under the 193121 pincode. Pattan is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Mirchmar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pattan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mirchmar
According to the 2011 Census, Mirchmar village had a total population of 497 people, including 249 males and 248 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.79%, with male literacy at 66.82% and female literacy at 40.89%.
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 | 497 | 249 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 149 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 100 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Mirchmar
Mirchmar 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 Mirchmar
Mirchmar 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 Mirchmar.
| 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 Pattan to Mirchmar is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Mirchmar is about 37 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 Mirchmar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mirchmar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mirchmar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mirchmar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mirchmar
Where is Mirchmar located?
Mirchmar village is located in Singhpora Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Mirchmar?
The Halqa Panchayat of Mirchmar is Merchimar.
What is the pincode of Mirchmar?
The pincode of Mirchmar is 193121.
What is the population of Mirchmar?
Mirchmar had a total population of 497, including 249 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Mirchmar?
Mirchmar had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mirchmar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mirchmar was 53.79%. Male literacy was 66.82% and female literacy was 40.89%.