Vedipora Lorihama - Watergam, Baramulla
Vedipora Lorihama is a village situated in the Watergam tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Rafiabad and around 20 km from Baramulla. Achabal-b serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Vedipora Lorihama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vedipora Lorihama is 002242. The village covers a total geographical area of 144.9 hectares and falls under the 193301 pincode. Watergam is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Vedipora Lorihama 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 Vedipora Lorihama
According to the 2011 Census, Vedipora Lorihama village had a total population of 1,227 people, including 616 males and 611 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.65%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 65.62%.
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 | 1,227 | 616 | 611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 77 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 817 | 462 | 355 |
| Illiterate Population | 410 | 154 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Vedipora Lorihama
Vedipora Lorihama 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 Vedipora Lorihama
Vedipora Lorihama 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 Vedipora Lorihama.
| 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 Watergam to Vedipora Lorihama is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Vedipora Lorihama is about 20 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 Vedipora Lorihama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vedipora Lorihama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Vedipora Lorihama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vedipora Lorihama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vedipora Lorihama
Where is Vedipora Lorihama located?
Vedipora Lorihama village is located in Watergam Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Vedipora Lorihama?
The Halqa Panchayat of Vedipora Lorihama is Achabal-b.
What is the pincode of Vedipora Lorihama?
The pincode of Vedipora Lorihama is 193301.
What is the population of Vedipora Lorihama?
Vedipora Lorihama had a total population of 1,227, including 616 males and 611 females.
How many households are there in Vedipora Lorihama?
Vedipora Lorihama had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vedipora Lorihama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vedipora Lorihama was 75.65%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 65.62%.