Nawpora - Dooru, Anantnag
Nawpora is a village situated in the Dooru tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Duroo and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Nowpora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Nawpora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawpora is 003841. The village covers a total geographical area of 212.1 hectares and falls under the 192211 pincode. Dooru is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Nawpora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nawpora
According to the 2011 Census, Nawpora village had a total population of 3,026 people, including 1,551 males and 1,475 females, living in 334 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.75%, with male literacy at 80.33% and female literacy at 65.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 69.
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 | 3,026 | 1,551 | 1,475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 721 | 387 | 334 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 47 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 1,677 | 935 | 742 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,349 | 616 | 733 |
Nearby Villages of Nawpora
Nawpora 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 Nawpora
Nawpora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Nawpora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dooru to Nawpora is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Nawpora is about 20 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 Nawpora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawpora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nawpora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nawpora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nawpora
Where is Nawpora located?
Nawpora village is located in Dooru Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Nawpora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Nawpora is Nowpora.
What is the pincode of Nawpora?
The pincode of Nawpora is 192211.
What is the population of Nawpora?
Nawpora had a total population of 3,026, including 1,551 males and 1,475 females.
How many households are there in Nawpora?
Nawpora had 334 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nawpora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawpora was 72.75%. Male literacy was 80.33% and female literacy was 65.03%.