Badi Marg - Barbugh Imam Sahib, Shopian
Badi Marg is a village situated in the Barbugh Imam Sahib tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Shopian and around 20 km from Shopian. Narwani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badi Marg village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badi Marg is 003445. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.1 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Badi Marg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wachi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badi Marg
As per Census 2011, Badi Marg village has a total population of 424 people, consisting of 216 males and 208 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 217 literate and 207 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badi Marg are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 424 | 216 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 40 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 132 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 84 | 123 |
Transport and Connectivity of Badi Marg
Badi Marg is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Badi Marg.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shopiyan to Badi Marg is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Badi Marg 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 Badi Marg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badi Marg 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badi Marg
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badi Marg 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badi Marg
Where is Badi Marg located?
Badi Marg village is located in Barbugh Imam Sahib Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badi Marg?
The Gram Panchayat of Badi Marg is Narwani.
What is the pincode of Badi Marg?
The pincode of Badi Marg is 192303.
What is the population of Badi Marg?
Badi Marg has a total population of 424, including 216 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Badi Marg?
There are 73 households in Badi Marg.
What is the literacy rate in Badi Marg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badi Marg is 51.18%. Male literacy is 61.11% and female literacy is 40.87%.