Ara Khushipora - Dooru, Anantnag
Ara Khushipora is a village situated in the Dooru tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Duroo and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Anantanag. Ara Khoshipora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Ara Khushipora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ara Khushipora is 003831. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.6 hectares and falls under the 192211 pincode. Anantnag is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Ara Khushipora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ara Khushipora
According to the 2011 Census, Ara Khushipora village had a total population of 2,538 people, including 1,276 males and 1,262 females, living in 272 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.42%, with male literacy at 82.72% and female literacy at 66.19%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,538 | 1,276 | 1,262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 587 | 304 | 283 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,452 | 804 | 648 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,086 | 472 | 614 |
Nearby Villages of Ara Khushipora
Ara Khushipora is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ara Khushipora
Ara Khushipora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ara Khushipora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anantnag to Ara Khushipora is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantanag to Ara Khushipora is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ara Khushipora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ara Khushipora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ara Khushipora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ara Khushipora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ara Khushipora
Where is Ara Khushipora located?
Ara Khushipora village is located in Dooru Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Ara Khushipora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Ara Khushipora is Ara Khoshipora.
What is the pincode of Ara Khushipora?
The pincode of Ara Khushipora is 192211.
What is the population of Ara Khushipora?
Ara Khushipora had a total population of 2,538, including 1,276 males and 1,262 females.
How many households are there in Ara Khushipora?
Ara Khushipora had 272 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ara Khushipora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ara Khushipora was 74.42%. Male literacy was 82.72% and female literacy was 66.19%.