Halpora - Kokernag, Anantnag
Halpora is a village situated in the Kokernag tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokernag and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Hall Pora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Halpora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Halpora is 003806. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.6 hectares and falls under the 192202 pincode. Kokernag is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Halpora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Halpora
According to the 2011 Census, Halpora village had a total population of 1,578 people, including 812 males and 766 females, living in 292 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.84%, with male literacy at 34.08% and female literacy at 17.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 1,578 | 812 | 766 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 187 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 213 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,263 | 599 | 664 |
Nearby Villages of Halpora
Halpora 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 Halpora
Halpora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kokernag to Halpora is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Halpora is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Halpora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Halpora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Halpora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Halpora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Halpora
Where is Halpora located?
Halpora village is located in Kokernag Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Halpora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Halpora is Hall Pora.
What is the pincode of Halpora?
The pincode of Halpora is 192202.
What is the population of Halpora?
Halpora had a total population of 1,578, including 812 males and 766 females.
How many households are there in Halpora?
Halpora had 292 households.
What is the literacy rate in Halpora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Halpora was 25.84%. Male literacy was 34.08% and female literacy was 17.17%.