Azad Pora - Boniyar, Baramulla
Azad Pora is a village situated in the Boniyar tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Boniyar and around 35 km from Baramulla. Atishampora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Azad Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Azad Pora is 002574. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.5 hectares and falls under the 193122 pincode. Uri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Azad 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 Uri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Azad Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Azad Pora village had a total population of 979 people, including 522 males and 457 females, living in 185 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.20%, with male literacy at 81.62% and female literacy at 43.42%.
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 | 979 | 522 | 457 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 114 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 498 | 333 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 481 | 189 | 292 |
Nearby Villages of Azad Pora
Azad 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 Azad Pora
Azad Pora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Uri to Azad Pora is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Azad Pora 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 Azad Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Azad Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Azad 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 Azad Pora 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 Azad Pora
Where is Azad Pora located?
Azad Pora village is located in Boniyar Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Azad Pora?
The Gram Panchayat of Azad Pora is Atishampora.
What is the pincode of Azad Pora?
The pincode of Azad Pora is 193122.
What is the population of Azad Pora?
Azad Pora had a total population of 979, including 522 males and 457 females.
How many households are there in Azad Pora?
Azad Pora had 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Azad Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Azad Pora was 63.20%. Male literacy was 81.62% and female literacy was 43.42%.