Now Pora Hamal - Dongiwacha, Baramulla
Now Pora Hamal is a village situated in the Dongiwacha tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 23 km from Rafaibad and around 31 km from Baramulla. Pazalpora A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Now Pora Hamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Now Pora Hamal is 002269. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.9 hectares and falls under the 193303 pincode. Watergam is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Now Pora Hamal 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 Now Pora Hamal
As per Census 2011, Now Pora Hamal village has a total population of 114 people, consisting of 57 males and 57 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 71 literate and 43 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Now Pora Hamal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 114 | 57 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 42 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 15 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Now Pora Hamal
Now Pora Hamal 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 Now Pora Hamal
Now Pora Hamal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Watergam to Now Pora Hamal is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Now Pora Hamal is about 31 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 Now Pora Hamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Now Pora Hamal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Now Pora Hamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Now Pora Hamal 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Now Pora Hamal
Where is Now Pora Hamal located?
Now Pora Hamal village is located in Dongiwacha Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Now Pora Hamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Now Pora Hamal is Pazalpora A.
What is the pincode of Now Pora Hamal?
The pincode of Now Pora Hamal is 193303.
What is the population of Now Pora Hamal?
Now Pora Hamal has a total population of 114, including 57 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Now Pora Hamal?
There are 22 households in Now Pora Hamal.
What is the literacy rate in Now Pora Hamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Now Pora Hamal is 62.28%. Male literacy is 73.68% and female literacy is 50.88%.