Abandar - Khag, Budgam
Abandar is a village situated in the Khag tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 1 km from Khag and around 41 km from Budgam. Malpora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Abandar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Abandar is 000396. The village covers a total geographical area of 10.5 hectares and falls under the 191111 pincode. Magam is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Abandar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Abandar
According to the 2011 Census, Abandar village had a total population of 233 people, including 122 males and 111 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.32%, with male literacy at 63.75% and female literacy at 39.44%.
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 | 233 | 122 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 42 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 51 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 71 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Abandar
Abandar 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 Abandar
Abandar 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 Abandar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Magam to Abandar is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Abandar is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Abandar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Abandar 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Abandar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Abandar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Abandar
Where is Abandar located?
Abandar village is located in Khag Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Abandar?
The Halqa Panchayat of Abandar is Malpora.
What is the pincode of Abandar?
The pincode of Abandar is 191111.
What is the population of Abandar?
Abandar had a total population of 233, including 122 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Abandar?
Abandar had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Abandar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Abandar was 52.32%. Male literacy was 63.75% and female literacy was 39.44%.