Hangipora - Shahbad Bala, Anantnag
Hangipora is a village situated in the Shahbad Bala tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 35 km from Dooru and around 39 km from Anantnag. Kapran B serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hangipora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hangipora is 003876. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.3 hectares and falls under the 192212 pincode. Verinag is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Hangipora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hangipora
According to the 2011 Census, Hangipora village had a total population of 985 people, including 534 males and 451 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.77%, with male literacy at 45.23% and female literacy at 23.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 641.
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 | 985 | 534 | 451 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 167 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 641 | 355 | 286 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 166 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 735 | 368 | 367 |
Nearby Villages of Hangipora
Hangipora 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 Hangipora
Hangipora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Verinag to Hangipora is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Hangipora is about 39 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 Hangipora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hangipora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hangipora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hangipora 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Hangipora
Where is Hangipora located?
Hangipora village is located in Shahbad Bala Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hangipora?
The Gram Panchayat of Hangipora is Kapran B.
What is the pincode of Hangipora?
The pincode of Hangipora is 192212.
What is the population of Hangipora?
Hangipora had a total population of 985, including 534 males and 451 females.
How many households are there in Hangipora?
Hangipora had 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hangipora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hangipora was 34.77%. Male literacy was 45.23% and female literacy was 23.86%.