Edipora - Zaingeer, Baramulla
Edipora is a village situated in the Zaingeer tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Sopore and around 28 km from Baramulla. Edipora A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Edipora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Edipora is 002183. The village covers a total geographical area of 252.5 hectares and falls under the 193201 pincode. Sopore is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Edipora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Edipora
According to the 2011 Census, Edipora village had a total population of 3,765 people, including 1,944 males and 1,821 females, living in 619 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.37%, with male literacy at 83.81% and female literacy at 60.28%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 3,765 | 1,944 | 1,821 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 566 | 301 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,315 | 1,377 | 938 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,450 | 567 | 883 |
Nearby Villages of Edipora
Edipora 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 Edipora
Edipora 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 Edipora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Edipora is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Edipora 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 Edipora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Edipora 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 Edipora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Edipora 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 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Edipora
Where is Edipora located?
Edipora village is located in Zaingeer Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Edipora?
The Gram Panchayat of Edipora is Edipora A.
What is the pincode of Edipora?
The pincode of Edipora is 193201.
What is the population of Edipora?
Edipora had a total population of 3,765, including 1,944 males and 1,821 females.
How many households are there in Edipora?
Edipora had 619 households.
What is the literacy rate in Edipora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Edipora was 72.37%. Male literacy was 83.81% and female literacy was 60.28%.