Badkoot Machipora - Handwara, Kupwara
Badkoot Machipora is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handwara and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Badkote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badkoot Machipora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badkoot Machipora is 000214. The village covers a total geographical area of 293.4 hectares and falls under the 193221 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Badkoot Machipora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badkoot Machipora
As per Census 2011, Badkoot Machipora village has a total population of 2,011 people, consisting of 1,020 males and 991 females. The village has 320 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 287 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,190 literate and 821 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badkoot Machipora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,011 | 1,020 | 991 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 287 | 143 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 1,190 | 697 | 493 |
| Illiterate Population | 821 | 323 | 498 |
Nearby Villages of Badkoot Machipora
Badkoot Machipora 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 Badkoot Machipora
Badkoot Machipora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Handwara to Badkoot Machipora is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Badkoot Machipora is about 20 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 Badkoot Machipora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badkoot Machipora 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 Badkoot Machipora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badkoot Machipora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badkoot Machipora
Where is Badkoot Machipora located?
Badkoot Machipora village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badkoot Machipora?
The Gram Panchayat of Badkoot Machipora is Badkote.
What is the pincode of Badkoot Machipora?
The pincode of Badkoot Machipora is 193221.
What is the population of Badkoot Machipora?
Badkoot Machipora has a total population of 2,011, including 1,020 males and 991 females.
How many households are there in Badkoot Machipora?
There are 320 households in Badkoot Machipora.
What is the literacy rate in Badkoot Machipora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badkoot Machipora is 59.17%. Male literacy is 68.33% and female literacy is 49.75%.