Batapora - Langate, Kupwara
Batapora is a village situated in the Langate tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from Handwara and around 93 km from Kupwara. Neelipora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Batapora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batapora is 000169. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.9 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Batapora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Batapora
According to the 2011 Census, Batapora village had a total population of 1,181 people, including 597 males and 584 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.55%, with male literacy at 76.92% and female literacy at 58.02%.
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 | 1,181 | 597 | 584 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 103 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 662 | 380 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 519 | 217 | 302 |
Transport and Connectivity of Batapora
Batapora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Batapora is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Batapora is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batapora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batapora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Batapora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batapora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Batapora
Where is Batapora located?
Batapora village is located in Langate Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Batapora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Batapora is Neelipora.
What is the pincode of Batapora?
The pincode of Batapora is 193302.
What is the population of Batapora?
Batapora had a total population of 1,181, including 597 males and 584 females.
How many households are there in Batapora?
Batapora had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batapora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batapora was 67.55%. Male literacy was 76.92% and female literacy was 58.02%.