Samboora - Pampore, Pulwama
Samboora is a village situated in the Pampore tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pampore and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Samboora-a Chera Bagh serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Samboora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samboora is 002981. The village covers a total geographical area of 499.8 hectares and falls under the 192304 pincode. Pampore is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Samboora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pampore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samboora
According to the 2011 Census, Samboora village had a total population of 4,889 people, including 2,465 males and 2,424 females, living in 760 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.87%, with male literacy at 77.69% and female literacy at 51.94%.
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 | 4,889 | 2,465 | 2,424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 648 | 336 | 312 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,751 | 1,654 | 1,097 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,138 | 811 | 1,327 |
Nearby Villages of Samboora
Samboora 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 Samboora
Samboora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Samboora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pampore to Samboora is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Samboora is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samboora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samboora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Samboora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samboora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Samboora
Where is Samboora located?
Samboora village is located in Pampore Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Samboora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Samboora is Samboora-a Chera Bagh.
What is the pincode of Samboora?
The pincode of Samboora is 192304.
What is the population of Samboora?
Samboora had a total population of 4,889, including 2,465 males and 2,424 females.
How many households are there in Samboora?
Samboora had 760 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samboora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samboora was 64.87%. Male literacy was 77.69% and female literacy was 51.94%.