Ashkan Pora
Ashkan Pora is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Opezwani is the gram panchayat of Ashkan Pora village.
Here you can discover what makes Ashkan Pora unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Ashkan Pora’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ashkan Pora
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ashkan Pora is 000228. The village spans a total geographical area of 72.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193221. Handwara is nearest town to Ashkan Pora village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Ashkan Pora
Population of Ashkan Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Ashkan Pora has a total population of about 591, with approximately 305 males and 286 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 113 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.75%, with male literacy at about 59.02% and female literacy near 39.86%. There are around 85 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ashkan Pora's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 591 | 305 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 63 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 294 | 180 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 125 | 172 |
Connectivity of Ashkan Pora
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ashkan Pora. As per the 2011 stats, Ashkan Pora had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ashkan Pora
Knowing the nearby villages of Ashkan Pora helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ashkan Pora.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ashkan Pora
- Where is Ashkan Pora located?
- Ashkan Pora village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ashkan Pora?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ashkan Pora is Opezwani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ashkan Pora?
- The pincode of Ashkan Pora is 193221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ashkan Pora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ashkan Pora is 591, with 305 males and 286 females.
- How many households are there in Ashkan Pora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ashkan Pora village has a total of 85 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ashkan Pora as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ashkan Pora is 49.75%. The male literacy rate is 59.02%, while the female literacy rate is 39.86%.