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Bandipore () or Bandipora ( ; ) is the headquarters of district of Bandipore in the Indian-administered union territory of Jammu and Kashmir, in disputed Kashmir region. It is located on the northern banks of Wullar Lake—the second-largest freshwater lake in Asia. From baramulla the gateway of bandipora is Kehnusa where bando Bandipora the distanceis 15
The Lolab Valley in Kupwara district is adjacent to the Bandipore. It is just from Bandipore via Aloosa village. Once this road is upgraded it will become a lifeline of the Lolab valley and it will provide an additional route to the Kupwara district.
Bandipore was the connecting link between North India and Central Asia via the Silk Road. At Pazalpora village there was a customs and immigration department which is now a forest check-post. Due to this fact, Bandipore is also known as the gateway to Central Asia. There are strong links between Skardu, Gurez and Bandipore.
Indian census, Bandipore had a population of 37,081. Males constitute 54% of the population and females 46%. Bandipore has an average literacy rate of 66.53%, lower than the national average of 74%, with 75% of the males and 55% of females literate. Twelve percent of the population is under 6 years of age.
It is a Muslim-majority region, though there were few villages where Pandits also lived before they mass migrated in the early 1990s. The Pandit population was in large numbers at Ajar, Sonerwani, Kaloosa, Kharapora, Mantrigam, Aragam, etc. Some Pandit families at Ajar and Kaloosa did not migrate. The temple at Kaloosa, known as Sharda Mandir, dates back to old times. It has a very big and old tree which is a few hundred years old and is a rare tree of its type. This is popularly known as Bran, a revered tree. There are many villages in this newly formed district named after Hindu gods and goddesses such as Chakreshipora, named after Chakerishwar. The famous Ziariat of Kausar Sahab Afghani is located near Chekreshipora. The forest training school of Kashmir is located in Bandipore. It was established in 1905. This institute is a premier body in the conservation process of the forest department.
The majority of the population speak Kashmiri, some speak Gojri and Pahari, Also Tehsil Gurez and Tulail is Shina-speaking and has a Shina people majority. There are few Pashtuns villages on the Line of Control. The Kishan Ganga Hydro Electric Power Project is also located in the Gurez Tehsil of Bandipore. The project is worth INR 15000 Crores. Presently it generates 330 MW of electricity for the neighbouring states of Jammu and Kashmir (state).
Wular Lake
Wular Lake (Urdu pronunciation:
The lake's size varies seasonally from 30 to 189 square kilometres. In addition, much of the lake has been drained as a result of willow plantations being built on the shore in the 1950s
Hazrat Jaffar Ud Din Bukhari (RA) died in the 13th century. His final resting place in Ajas, Bandipora, along the Srinagar Road, has since become a revered shrine. Today, it stands as a serene place of devotion, attracting pilgrims and spiritual seekers who come to draw inspiration and solace from his legacy.
The Darul Uloom Raheemiyyah (School for Philosophers) is the largest religious institution in Jammu and Kashmir. It is the largest Islamic institution of valley headed by Moulana Mohammad Rahmatullah Mir Qasmi.
Bandipore is known for trekking, mountaineering and fishing. Langmarg is one of the beautiful meadows. The famous Arin Nallah is home to one of the most exotic trout (rainbow trout, silver trout and gray trout).
A centuries-old shrine in the hilly Butho village of Bandipora, has till recently attracted visitors from around the world, because it's rumored that Moses, a prophet revered in Abrahamic religions, is buried inside it near an old tree. This shrine of Hazrat Bibi Sang Arifa, is locally known as Ded Mouj. This widespread rumor is a myth.
The place is surrounded by ranges such as Sirandar, Kudara, Vewan, Mowa and Tresangam, all of which are inhabited by the and .
Qazi Ghulam Ali Jan, Assistant Conservator Forest (ACF), Government of Jammu and Kashmir
Hassan Khoehami (Historian)
Naeem Akhtar (Politician)
Nizam Uddin Bhat, (Politician)
Faisal Ali Dar (Social Activist)
Prof. Manzoor Fazili (Academician and Writer)
Prof. Mohd Amin Malik (Academician and Columnist).
Dr. Maroof Shah (Writer)
Masood Samoon (IAS and Writer)
Asgar Samoon (IAS)
Shrine of Hazrat Syed Jaffar Ud Din Bukhari (RA)
Located in Ajas, on the Bandipora–Srinagar Road - Hazrat Syed Jaffar Ud Din Bukhari (RA) was born in the 12th century in the historic city of Bukhara, in present-day Uzbekistan. Coming from a noble lineage known for its piety and deep spiritual roots, he became a towering figure in the spiritual history of the region. His life, marked by devotion and wisdom, left an enduring impact on generations of seekers.
Mount Harmukh
For mountaineers, Mount Harmukh remains the main attraction. It is located on the eastern side of the town. Commercial cabs ply on that route till Kudara that is the farthest point where the cabs stop, and from there onwards the terrain becomes hilly and one has to trek to the higher reaches of Mount Harmukh. Sheera Sar Lake acts as a base camp for all the mountaineering expeditions for Mt Harmukh.
To the north lies Gurez, from Bandipore. Commercial cabs ply on this route during summers, however, in winters the route remains closed due to heavy snowfall.
Road
Bandipore is well-connected by road to other places in Jammu and Kashmir and India by the Bandipora–Srinagar and Bandipora Sopore road.
Rail
Bandipora is not connected with railways. The nearest railway station is Sopore railway station located at a distance of 34 kilometres.
Air
The nearest airport is Srinagar Airport located at a distance of 65 kilometres.
Prominent Personalities
Qazi Ghulam Nabi Jan, Chairman Land Development Bank & Social Activist )
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