Khospora - Khansahib, Budgam
Khospora is a village situated in the Khansahib tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 16 km from Khansahib and around 26 km from Budgam. Khospora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khospora is 000545. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.3 hectares and falls under the 191111 pincode. Khansahib is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Khospora 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 Khospora
As per Census 2011, Khospora village has a total population of 531 people, consisting of 292 males and 239 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 818 females per 1,000 males. There are 161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 174 literate and 357 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khospora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 531 | 292 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 90 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 107 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 185 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Khospora
Khospora 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 Khospora
Khospora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khospora.
| 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 Khansahib to Khospora is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Khospora is about 26 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 Khospora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khospora 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 Khospora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khospora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khospora
Where is Khospora located?
Khospora village is located in Khansahib Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khospora?
Khospora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khospora?
The pincode of Khospora is 191111.
What is the population of Khospora?
Khospora has a total population of 531, including 292 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Khospora?
There are 87 households in Khospora.
What is the literacy rate in Khospora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khospora is 32.77%. Male literacy is 36.64% and female literacy is 28.03%.