Now Pora Bala
Now Pora Bala is a village located in Shopian tehsil of Shupiyan district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 10km away from Shopian, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Now Pora Bala village.
Here you can discover what makes Now Pora Bala unique in its vibrant Shopian-Shupiyan region. You’ll see Now Pora Bala’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 Now Pora Bala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Now Pora Bala is 003311. The village spans a total geographical area of 92.7 hectares. Pulwama is nearest town to Now Pora Bala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Now Pora Bala
Population of Now Pora Bala
According to the 2011 Census, Now Pora Bala has a total population of about 660, with approximately 342 males and 318 females. The sex ratio is around 929 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 60 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 58.94%, with male literacy at about 65.79% and female literacy near 51.57%. There are around 113 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Now Pora Bala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 660 | 342 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 389 | 225 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 117 | 154 |
Connectivity of Now Pora Bala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Now Pora Bala. As per the 2011 stats, Now Pora Bala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Now Pora Bala
Knowing the nearby villages of Now Pora Bala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Now Pora Bala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Now Pora Bala
- Where is Now Pora Bala located?
- Now Pora Bala village is situated in Shopian Tehsil, within the Shupiyan district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the population of Now Pora Bala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Now Pora Bala is 660, with 342 males and 318 females.
- How many households are there in Now Pora Bala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Now Pora Bala village has a total of 113 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Now Pora Bala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Now Pora Bala is 58.94%. The male literacy rate is 65.79%, while the female literacy rate is 51.57%.