Bijaldara - Karnah, Kupwara
Bijaldara is a village situated in the Karnah tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnah and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Jabdi serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Bijaldara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijaldara is 000367. The village covers a total geographical area of 329 hectares and falls under the 193225 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bijaldara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bijaldara
According to the 2011 Census, Bijaldara village had a total population of 238 people, including 127 males and 111 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.55%, with male literacy at 76.15% and female literacy at 35.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 40.
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 | 238 | 127 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 18 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 83 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 44 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Bijaldara
Bijaldara 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 Bijaldara
Public transport in the Bijaldara 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 Kupwara to Bijaldara is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Bijaldara is about 30 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 Bijaldara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijaldara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bijaldara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijaldara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bijaldara
Where is Bijaldara located?
Bijaldara village is located in Karnah Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Bijaldara?
The Halqa Panchayat of Bijaldara is Jabdi.
What is the pincode of Bijaldara?
The pincode of Bijaldara is 193225.
What is the population of Bijaldara?
Bijaldara had a total population of 238, including 127 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Bijaldara?
Bijaldara had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijaldara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijaldara was 58.55%. Male literacy was 76.15% and female literacy was 35.71%.