Sheikh Wadipora - Khansahib, Budgam
Sheikh Wadipora is a village situated in the Khansahib tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from Khansahib and around 24 km from Budgam. Talpora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Sheikh Wadipora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sheikh Wadipora is 000584. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.5 hectares and falls under the 191111 pincode. Khansahib is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Sheikh Wadipora 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 Sheikh Wadipora
According to the 2011 Census, Sheikh Wadipora village had a total population of 629 people, including 331 males and 298 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.71%, with male literacy at 68.38% and female literacy at 45.81%.
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 | 629 | 331 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 78 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 173 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 352 | 158 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Sheikh Wadipora
Sheikh Wadipora 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 Sheikh Wadipora
Sheikh Wadipora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 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 Sheikh Wadipora is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Sheikh Wadipora is about 24 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 Sheikh Wadipora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sheikh Wadipora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sheikh Wadipora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sheikh Wadipora 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 Sheikh Wadipora
Where is Sheikh Wadipora located?
Sheikh Wadipora village is located in Khansahib Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Sheikh Wadipora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Sheikh Wadipora is Talpora.
What is the pincode of Sheikh Wadipora?
The pincode of Sheikh Wadipora is 191111.
What is the population of Sheikh Wadipora?
Sheikh Wadipora had a total population of 629, including 331 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Sheikh Wadipora?
Sheikh Wadipora had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sheikh Wadipora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sheikh Wadipora was 57.71%. Male literacy was 68.38% and female literacy was 45.81%.