Shah Pora - Achoora (Churwan) - Gurez, Bandipora
Shah Pora - Achoora (Churwan) is a village situated in the Gurez tehsil of Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 28 km from Gurez and around 91 km from Bandipora. Shahpora Bala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shah Pora - Achoora (Churwan) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shah Pora - Achoora (Churwan) is 002708. The village covers a total geographical area of 376.4 hectares and falls under the 193503 pincode. Bandipora is the nearest town, located about 91 km away.
Shah Pora - Achoora (Churwan) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gurez Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shah Pora - Achoora (Churwan)
As per Census 2011, Shah Pora - Achoora (Churwan) village has a total population of 2,212 people, consisting of 1,158 males and 1,054 females. The village has 373 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 402 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,306 literate and 906 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,201 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shah Pora - Achoora (Churwan) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,212 | 1,158 | 1,054 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 402 | 208 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,201 | 1,153 | 1,048 |
| Literate Population | 1,306 | 811 | 495 |
| Illiterate Population | 906 | 347 | 559 |
Nearby Villages of Shah Pora - Achoora (Churwan)
Shah Pora - Achoora (Churwan) 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 Shah Pora - Achoora (Churwan)
Public transport in the Shah Pora - Achoora (Churwan) is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bandipora to Shah Pora - Achoora (Churwan) is about 91 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shah Pora - Achoora (Churwan)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shah Pora - Achoora (Churwan) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shah Pora - Achoora (Churwan)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shah Pora - Achoora (Churwan) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shah Pora - Achoora (Churwan)
Where is Shah Pora - Achoora (Churwan) located?
Shah Pora - Achoora (Churwan) village is located in Gurez Tehsil, Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shah Pora - Achoora (Churwan)?
The Gram Panchayat of Shah Pora - Achoora (Churwan) is Shahpora Bala.
What is the pincode of Shah Pora - Achoora (Churwan)?
The pincode of Shah Pora - Achoora (Churwan) is 193503.
What is the population of Shah Pora - Achoora (Churwan)?
Shah Pora - Achoora (Churwan) has a total population of 2,212, including 1,158 males and 1,054 females.
How many households are there in Shah Pora - Achoora (Churwan)?
There are 373 households in Shah Pora - Achoora (Churwan).
What is the literacy rate in Shah Pora - Achoora (Churwan)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shah Pora - Achoora (Churwan) is 59.04%. Male literacy is 70.03% and female literacy is 46.96%.