Malik Pora - Sonawari, Bandipora
Malik Pora is a village situated in the Sonawari tehsil of Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Sonawari and around 45 km from Bandipora. Rakhi Hajin serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Malik Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malik Pora is 002811. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.2 hectares and falls under the 193501 pincode. Sumbal is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Malik Pora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bandipora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malik Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Malik Pora village had a total population of 703 people, including 367 males and 336 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.02%, with male literacy at 50.79% and female literacy at 26.28%.
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 | 703 | 367 | 336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 50 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 161 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 465 | 206 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Malik Pora
Malik Pora 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 Malik Pora
Malik Pora 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 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 Sumbal to Malik Pora is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bandipora to Malik Pora is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malik Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malik Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Malik 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 Malik Pora 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Malik Pora
Where is Malik Pora located?
Malik Pora village is located in Sonawari Tehsil, Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Malik Pora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Malik Pora is Rakhi Hajin.
What is the pincode of Malik Pora?
The pincode of Malik Pora is 193501.
What is the population of Malik Pora?
Malik Pora had a total population of 703, including 367 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Malik Pora?
Malik Pora had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malik Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malik Pora was 39.02%. Male literacy was 50.79% and female literacy was 26.28%.