Bamlina - Kangan, Ganderbal
Bamlina is a village situated in the Kangan tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kangan and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Gaderbal. Burnabugh serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Bamlina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamlina is 002900. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.2 hectares and falls under the 191202 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Bamlina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kangan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamlina
According to the 2011 Census, Bamlina village had a total population of 278 people, including 146 males and 132 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.48%, with male literacy at 82.58% and female literacy at 53.60%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 278 | 146 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 109 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 37 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Bamlina
Bamlina 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 Bamlina
Bamlina is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anantnag, while the nearest airport is Sheikh Ul Alam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ganderbal to Bamlina is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Bamlina is about 32 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 Bamlina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamlina 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bamlina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamlina village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bamlina
Where is Bamlina located?
Bamlina village is located in Kangan Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Bamlina?
The Halqa Panchayat of Bamlina is Burnabugh.
What is the pincode of Bamlina?
The pincode of Bamlina is 191202.
What is the population of Bamlina?
Bamlina had a total population of 278, including 146 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Bamlina?
Bamlina had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bamlina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamlina was 68.48%. Male literacy was 82.58% and female literacy was 53.60%.