Zaloora - Zaingeer, Baramulla
Zaloora is a village situated in the Zaingeer tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from Sopore and around 38 km from Baranulla. Zaloora A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Zaloora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zaloora is 002176. The village covers a total geographical area of 436.7 hectares and falls under the 193201 pincode. Sopore is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Zaloora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Zaloora
As per Census 2011, Zaloora village has a total population of 4,787 people, consisting of 2,478 males and 2,309 females. The village has 752 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 919 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,635 literate and 2,152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 316 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Zaloora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,787 | 2,478 | 2,309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 919 | 474 | 445 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 316 | 159 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 2,635 | 1,599 | 1,036 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,152 | 879 | 1,273 |
Nearby Villages of Zaloora
Zaloora 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 Zaloora
Zaloora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sopore to Zaloora is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baranulla to Zaloora is about 38 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 Zaloora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zaloora 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 Zaloora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zaloora 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Zaloora
Where is Zaloora located?
Zaloora village is located in Zaingeer Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Zaloora?
The Gram Panchayat of Zaloora is Zaloora A.
What is the pincode of Zaloora?
The pincode of Zaloora is 193201.
What is the population of Zaloora?
Zaloora has a total population of 4,787, including 2,478 males and 2,309 females.
How many households are there in Zaloora?
There are 752 households in Zaloora.
What is the literacy rate in Zaloora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zaloora is 55.04%. Male literacy is 64.53% and female literacy is 44.87%.