Badam Pora - Wakoora, Ganderbal
Badam Pora is a village situated in the Wakoora tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Lar and around 12 km from Gaderbal. Waskoora B serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Badam Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badam Pora is 002863. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.3 hectares and falls under the 191201 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Badam Pora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ganderbal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badam Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Badam Pora village had a total population of 1,817 people, including 974 males and 843 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.18%, with male literacy at 81.84% and female literacy at 76.07%.
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 | 1,817 | 974 | 843 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 16 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,407 | 784 | 623 |
| Illiterate Population | 410 | 190 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Badam Pora
Badam Pora 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 Badam Pora
Badam Pora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Badam Pora is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Badam Pora is about 12 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 Badam Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badam Pora 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 Badam Pora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badam Pora 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badam Pora
Where is Badam Pora located?
Badam Pora village is located in Wakoora Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Badam Pora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Badam Pora is Waskoora B.
What is the pincode of Badam Pora?
The pincode of Badam Pora is 191201.
What is the population of Badam Pora?
Badam Pora had a total population of 1,817, including 974 males and 843 females.
How many households are there in Badam Pora?
Badam Pora had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badam Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badam Pora was 79.18%. Male literacy was 81.84% and female literacy was 76.07%.