Narpora - Kokernag, Anantnag
Narpora is a village situated in the Kokernag tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokernag and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Narupora A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narpora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narpora is 003778. The village covers a total geographical area of 459.3 hectares and falls under the 192202 pincode. Kokernag is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Narpora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Narpora
According to the 2011 Census, Narpora village had a total population of 5,499 people, including 2,782 males and 2,717 females, living in 1,041 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.22%, with male literacy at 71.23% and female literacy at 46.84%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 26.
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 | 5,499 | 2,782 | 2,717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 933 | 464 | 469 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 2,704 | 1,651 | 1,053 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,795 | 1,131 | 1,664 |
Nearby Villages of Narpora
Narpora 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 Narpora
Narpora 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kokernag to Narpora is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Narpora is about 25 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 Narpora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narpora 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 Narpora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narpora 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Narpora
Where is Narpora located?
Narpora village is located in Kokernag Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narpora?
The Gram Panchayat of Narpora is Narupora A.
What is the pincode of Narpora?
The pincode of Narpora is 192202.
What is the population of Narpora?
Narpora had a total population of 5,499, including 2,782 males and 2,717 females.
How many households are there in Narpora?
Narpora had 1,041 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narpora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narpora was 59.22%. Male literacy was 71.23% and female literacy was 46.84%.