Behrampora - Watergam, Baramulla
Behrampora is a village situated in the Watergam tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 9 km from Pattan and around 35 km from Baramullah. Chukar-a serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Behrampora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behrampora is 002382. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.3 hectares and falls under the 193303 pincode. Kunzer is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Behrampora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rafiabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Behrampora
According to the 2011 Census, Behrampora village had a total population of 725 people, including 353 males and 372 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.31%, with male literacy at 70.79% and female literacy at 52.31%.
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 | 725 | 353 | 372 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 86 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 189 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 164 | 225 |
Transport and Connectivity of Behrampora
Behrampora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Behrampora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kunzer to Behrampora is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramullah to Behrampora 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 Behrampora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behrampora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Behrampora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behrampora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Behrampora
Where is Behrampora located?
Behrampora village is located in Watergam Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Behrampora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Behrampora is Chukar-a.
What is the pincode of Behrampora?
The pincode of Behrampora is 193303.
What is the population of Behrampora?
Behrampora had a total population of 725, including 353 males and 372 females.
How many households are there in Behrampora?
Behrampora had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behrampora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behrampora was 61.31%. Male literacy was 70.79% and female literacy was 52.31%.