Awoora - Sallar, Anantnag
Awoora is a village situated in the Sallar tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from Pahalgam and around 35 km from Anantnag. Overa serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Awoora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awoora is 003526. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.8 hectares and falls under the 192129 pincode. Pahalgam is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Awoora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pahalgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awoora
According to the 2011 Census, Awoora village had a total population of 962 people, including 521 males and 441 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.38%, with male literacy at 52.46% and female literacy at 32.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 655.
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 | 962 | 521 | 441 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 155 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 655 | 355 | 300 |
| Literate Population | 295 | 192 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 667 | 329 | 338 |
Nearby Villages of Awoora
Awoora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lari | East | 1.14 km |
| Wahdan | South | 4.47 km |
| Lidroo | North-East | 5.07 km |
| Logri Pora | South | 9.73 km |
| Badaran | South | 9.81 km |
| Malik Gund | South | 10.88 km |
| Srangsoo | South | 10.99 km |
| Manzi Gam | South | 11.15 km |
| Singh Pora | South | 11.72 km |
| Hassan Noor | South | 12.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Awoora
Awoora 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 42.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pahalgam to Awoora is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Awoora is about 35 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 Awoora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awoora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Awoora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awoora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Awoora
Where is Awoora located?
Awoora village is located in Sallar Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Awoora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Awoora is Overa.
What is the pincode of Awoora?
The pincode of Awoora is 192129.
What is the population of Awoora?
Awoora had a total population of 962, including 521 males and 441 females.
How many households are there in Awoora?
Awoora had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Awoora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awoora was 43.38%. Male literacy was 52.46% and female literacy was 32.80%.