Durhama - Wagoora, Baramulla
Durhama is a village situated in the Wagoora tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from Kreeri and around 15 km from Baramulla. Watergam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durhama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durhama is 002475. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.3 hectares and falls under the 193109 pincode. Sopore is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Durhama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sangrama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durhama
According to the 2011 Census, Durhama village had a total population of 698 people, including 359 males and 339 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.37%, with male literacy at 80.38% and female literacy at 53.54%.
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 | 698 | 359 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 43 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 413 | 254 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 285 | 105 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Durhama
Durhama 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 Durhama
Durhama 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 Durhama.
| 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 Sopore to Durhama is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Durhama is about 15 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 Durhama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durhama 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Durhama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durhama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Durhama
Where is Durhama located?
Durhama village is located in Wagoora Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durhama?
The Gram Panchayat of Durhama is Watergam.
What is the pincode of Durhama?
The pincode of Durhama is 193109.
What is the population of Durhama?
Durhama had a total population of 698, including 359 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Durhama?
Durhama had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durhama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durhama was 67.37%. Male literacy was 80.38% and female literacy was 53.54%.