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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Halpora village has a total population of 1,578 people, consisting of 812 males and 766 females. The village has 292 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 359 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 315 literate and 1,263 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Halpora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,578 | 812 | 766 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 187 | 172 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Halpora?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 1,578, including 812 males and 766 females.
How many households are there in Halpora?
There are 292 households in Halpora.
What is the literacy rate in Halpora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Halpora is 19.96%. Male literacy is 26.23% and female literacy is 13.32%.