Turka Pora
Turka Pora is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Y K Pora Partly B is the gram panchayat of Turka Pora village.
Here you can discover what makes Turka Pora unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Turka 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 Turka Pora
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Turka Pora is 000225. The village spans a total geographical area of 205.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193221. Handwara is nearest town to Turka Pora village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Turka Pora
Population of Turka Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Turka Pora has a total population of about 1,303, with approximately 682 males and 621 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 210 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 54.87%, with male literacy at about 63.64% and female literacy near 45.25%. There are around 171 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Turka Pora's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,303 | 682 | 621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 107 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 715 | 434 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 588 | 248 | 340 |
Connectivity of Turka Pora
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Turka Pora. As per the 2011 stats, Turka 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 Turka Pora
Knowing the nearby villages of Turka Pora helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Turka Pora.
Frequently Asked Questions about Turka Pora
- Where is Turka Pora located?
- Turka Pora village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Turka Pora?
- The Gram Panchayat of Turka Pora is Y K Pora Partly B (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Turka Pora?
- The pincode of Turka Pora is 193221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Turka Pora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Turka Pora is 1,303, with 682 males and 621 females.
- How many households are there in Turka Pora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Turka Pora village has a total of 171 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Turka Pora as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turka Pora is 54.87%. The male literacy rate is 63.64%, while the female literacy rate is 45.25%.