Batapora - Khansahib, Budgam
Batapora is a village situated in the Khansahib tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Khansahib and around 21 km from Budgam. Talpora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Batapora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batapora is 000585. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.3 hectares and falls under the 191111 pincode. Khansahib is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Batapora 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 Batapora
According to the 2011 Census, Batapora village had a total population of 600 people, including 337 males and 263 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 780 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.76%, with male literacy at 65.91% and female literacy at 40.24%.
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 | 600 | 337 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 117 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 145 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 387 | 192 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Batapora
Batapora 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 Batapora
Batapora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Batapora is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Batapora is about 21 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 Batapora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batapora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Batapora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batapora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Batapora
Where is Batapora located?
Batapora village is located in Khansahib Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Batapora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Batapora is Talpora.
What is the pincode of Batapora?
The pincode of Batapora is 191111.
What is the population of Batapora?
Batapora had a total population of 600, including 337 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Batapora?
Batapora had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batapora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batapora was 54.76%. Male literacy was 65.91% and female literacy was 40.24%.