Budipora - Tangmarg, Baramulla
Budipora is a village situated in the Tangmarg tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from Tangmarg and around 28 km from Baramulla. Warapora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budipora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budipora is 002665. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.7 hectares and falls under the 193402 pincode. Gulmarg is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Budipora 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 Budipora
According to the 2011 Census, Budipora village had a total population of 687 people, including 343 males and 344 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.59%, with male literacy at 72.76% and female literacy at 41.23%.
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 | 687 | 343 | 344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 97 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 179 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 164 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Budipora
Budipora 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 Budipora
Budipora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gulmarg to Budipora is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Budipora is about 28 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 Budipora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budipora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Budipora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budipora 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 Budipora
Where is Budipora located?
Budipora village is located in Tangmarg Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budipora?
The Gram Panchayat of Budipora is Warapora.
What is the pincode of Budipora?
The pincode of Budipora is 193402.
What is the population of Budipora?
Budipora had a total population of 687, including 343 males and 344 females.
How many households are there in Budipora?
Budipora had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budipora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budipora was 57.59%. Male literacy was 72.76% and female literacy was 41.23%.