Banday - Qalamabad, Kupwara
Banday is a village situated in the Qalamabad tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Handwara and around 40 km from Kupwara. Banday village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banday is 000271. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.4 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Banday village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Langate Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banday
According to the 2011 Census, Banday village had a total population of 956 people, including 541 males and 415 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 767 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.06%, with male literacy at 29.35% and female literacy at 21.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 789.
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 | 956 | 541 | 415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 98 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 789 | 447 | 342 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 130 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 760 | 411 | 349 |
Nearby Villages of Banday
Banday 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 Banday
Banday 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 | 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 Banday is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Banday is about 40 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 Banday
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banday 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Banday
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banday 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Banday
Where is Banday located?
Banday village is located in Qalamabad Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Banday?
Banday is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Banday?
The pincode of Banday is 193302.
What is the population of Banday?
Banday had a total population of 956, including 541 males and 415 females.
How many households are there in Banday?
Banday had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banday?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banday was 26.06%. Male literacy was 29.35% and female literacy was 21.36%.