Khichipora - Tangmarg, Baramulla
Khichipora is a village situated in the Tangmarg tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from Tangmarg and around 26 km from Baramulla. Hard Madam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khichipora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khichipora is 002663. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.6 hectares and falls under the 193402 pincode. Gulmarg is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Khichipora 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 Khichipora
According to the 2011 Census, Khichipora village had a total population of 212 people, including 101 males and 111 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,099 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.02%, with male literacy at 90.67% and female literacy at 65.12%.
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 | 212 | 101 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 68 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 33 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Khichipora
Khichipora 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 Khichipora
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Khichipora. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khichipora.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gulmarg to Khichipora is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Khichipora is about 26 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 Khichipora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khichipora 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 Khichipora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khichipora 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 Khichipora
Where is Khichipora located?
Khichipora village is located in Tangmarg Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khichipora?
The Gram Panchayat of Khichipora is Hard Madam.
What is the pincode of Khichipora?
The pincode of Khichipora is 193402.
What is the population of Khichipora?
Khichipora had a total population of 212, including 101 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Khichipora?
Khichipora had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khichipora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khichipora was 77.02%. Male literacy was 90.67% and female literacy was 65.12%.