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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Ara Khushipora village has a total population of 2,538 people, consisting of 1,276 males and 1,262 females. The village has 272 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 587 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,452 literate and 1,086 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ara Khushipora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,538 | 1,276 | 1,262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 587 | 304 | 283 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Ara Khushipora?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 2,538, including 1,276 males and 1,262 females.
How many households are there in Ara Khushipora?
There are 272 households in Ara Khushipora.
What is the literacy rate in Ara Khushipora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ara Khushipora is 57.21%. Male literacy is 63.01% and female literacy is 51.35%.