Hard Pora - Kokernag, Anantnag
Hard Pora is a village situated in the Kokernag tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokernag and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Hardpora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Hard Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hard Pora is 003767. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.5 hectares and falls under the 192202 pincode. Achabal is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Hard Pora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hard Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Hard Pora village had a total population of 2,227 people, including 1,142 males and 1,085 females, living in 297 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.85%, with male literacy at 84.27% and female literacy at 66.91%.
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 | 2,227 | 1,142 | 1,085 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 131 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,489 | 852 | 637 |
| Illiterate Population | 738 | 290 | 448 |
Nearby Villages of Hard Pora
Hard Pora is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Akin Gam | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Dam Hall | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Hardu Dehrana | South | 2.34 km |
| Imoh | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Khal Har | South-East | 4.97 km |
| Shanker Pora | South-West | 5.23 km |
| Ugjan | North-West | 5.49 km |
| Wani Hama | North-West | 5.81 km |
| Sagam | South-East | 6.87 km |
| Hari Gam | South | 7.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hard Pora
Hard Pora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Anantnag, while the nearest airport is Sheikh Ul Alam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Achabal to Hard Pora is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Hard Pora is about 12 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 Hard Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hard Pora 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hard Pora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hard Pora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hard Pora
Where is Hard Pora located?
Hard Pora village is located in Kokernag Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Hard Pora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Hard Pora is Hardpora.
What is the pincode of Hard Pora?
The pincode of Hard Pora is 192202.
What is the population of Hard Pora?
Hard Pora had a total population of 2,227, including 1,142 males and 1,085 females.
How many households are there in Hard Pora?
Hard Pora had 297 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hard Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hard Pora was 75.85%. Male literacy was 84.27% and female literacy was 66.91%.