Atipora Zehkar - Tangmarg, Baramulla
Atipora Zehkar is a village situated in the Tangmarg tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Tangmarg and around 35 km from Baramulla. Hayatpora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Atipora Zehkar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atipora Zehkar is 002621. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.6 hectares and falls under the 193402 pincode. Tangmarg is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Atipora Zehkar 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 Atipora Zehkar
According to the 2011 Census, Atipora Zehkar village had a total population of 739 people, including 367 males and 372 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.52%, with male literacy at 69.09% and female literacy at 46.11%.
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 | 739 | 367 | 372 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 50 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 219 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 148 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Atipora Zehkar
Atipora Zehkar 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 Atipora Zehkar
Public transport in the Atipora Zehkar is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Tangmarg to Atipora Zehkar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Atipora Zehkar is about 35 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 Atipora Zehkar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atipora Zehkar 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 Atipora Zehkar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atipora Zehkar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Atipora Zehkar
Where is Atipora Zehkar located?
Atipora Zehkar village is located in Tangmarg Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Atipora Zehkar?
The Halqa Panchayat of Atipora Zehkar is Hayatpora.
What is the pincode of Atipora Zehkar?
The pincode of Atipora Zehkar is 193402.
What is the population of Atipora Zehkar?
Atipora Zehkar had a total population of 739, including 367 males and 372 females.
How many households are there in Atipora Zehkar?
Atipora Zehkar had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Atipora Zehkar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atipora Zehkar was 57.52%. Male literacy was 69.09% and female literacy was 46.11%.