Budgam district

Budgam district sits in central Kashmir with mountains, valleys, and river systems forming its natural landscape. The area is divided into several administrative zones that organize both urban and rural settlements.

The district was created in 1979 as a separate administrative region after splitting from Srinagar. This reorganization was part of efforts to improve local governance and administration.

Shia Muslims form a significant part of the local community here, and their religious practices shape daily life and local traditions. You can observe their cultural expressions through community gatherings and family customs that are woven into the rhythm of everyday life.

The area is served by railway connections with a major station at Ompora linking to other parts of Kashmir. Reaching different parts of this region is easiest by train or local transport due to the terrain.

The district supports a network of educational facilities spread across its territory that have shaped local learning and development. These schools and colleges have functioned as social centers within their communities for generations.

Location: Kashmir division

Inception: 1979

Founders: Aga Syed Yusuf Al-Moosavi Al-Safavi

Capital city: Budgam

Website: http://budgam.nic.in

GPS coordinates: 33.89001,74.66297

Latest update: December 14, 2025 23:06