Balpora - Khansahib, Budgam
Balpora is a village situated in the Khansahib tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from Khansahib and around 15 km from Budgam. Balpora village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balpora is 000597. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.5 hectares and falls under the 191111 pincode. Khansahib is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Balpora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khan Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balpora
According to the 2011 Census, Balpora village had a total population of 605 people, including 318 males and 287 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.62%, with male literacy at 72.55% and female literacy at 47.39%.
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 | 605 | 318 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 63 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 185 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 311 | 133 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Balpora
Balpora 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 Balpora
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Balpora.
| 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 Khansahib to Balpora is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Balpora is about 15 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 Balpora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balpora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Balpora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balpora 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Balpora
Where is Balpora located?
Balpora village is located in Khansahib Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Balpora?
Balpora is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balpora?
The pincode of Balpora is 191111.
What is the population of Balpora?
Balpora had a total population of 605, including 318 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Balpora?
Balpora had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balpora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balpora was 60.62%. Male literacy was 72.55% and female literacy was 47.39%.