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.

Turka Pora has its own place in the vibrant Kupwara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Turka Pora

Below is a concise population overview of Turka Pora as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Turka Pora village:

  • The total population of Turka Pora village is around 1,303, including approximately 682 males and 621 females, with a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 210 children aged 0–6 years in Turka Pora village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Turka Pora village is about 54.87%, with male literacy at 63.64% and female literacy at 45.25%.
  • There are around 171 households in Turka Pora village.

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%.