Ahanger Pora - Dongiwacha, Baramulla
Ahanger Pora is a village situated in the Dongiwacha tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 21 km from Rafiabad and around 29 km from Baramulla. Pukwara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ahanger Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ahanger Pora is 002275. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.2 hectares and falls under the 193303 pincode. Watergam is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Ahanger 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 Rafiabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ahanger Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Ahanger Pora village had a total population of 191 people, including 103 males and 88 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 854 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.42%, with male literacy at 76.74% and female literacy at 50.65%.
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 | 191 | 103 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 66 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 37 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Ahanger Pora
Ahanger 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 Ahanger Pora
Ahanger 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 | 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 Watergam to Ahanger Pora is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Ahanger Pora is about 29 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 Ahanger Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ahanger Pora 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 Ahanger 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 Ahanger Pora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ahanger Pora
Where is Ahanger Pora located?
Ahanger Pora village is located in Dongiwacha Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ahanger Pora?
The Gram Panchayat of Ahanger Pora is Pukwara.
What is the pincode of Ahanger Pora?
The pincode of Ahanger Pora is 193303.
What is the population of Ahanger Pora?
Ahanger Pora had a total population of 191, including 103 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Ahanger Pora?
Ahanger Pora had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ahanger Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ahanger Pora was 64.42%. Male literacy was 76.74% and female literacy was 50.65%.