Nowpora - Uri, Baramulla
Nowpora is a village situated in the Uri tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from Uri and around 49 km from Baramulla. Salambad serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Nowpora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nowpora is 002533. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.2 hectares and falls under the 193123 pincode. Uri is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Nowpora 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 Nowpora
According to the 2011 Census, Nowpora village had a total population of 814 people, including 404 males and 410 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.41%, with male literacy at 81.55% and female literacy at 62.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 86.
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 | 814 | 404 | 410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 68 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 502 | 274 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 130 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Nowpora
Nowpora 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 Nowpora
Nowpora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Nowpora is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Nowpora is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nowpora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nowpora 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Nowpora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nowpora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nowpora
Where is Nowpora located?
Nowpora village is located in Uri Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Nowpora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Nowpora is Salambad.
What is the pincode of Nowpora?
The pincode of Nowpora is 193123.
What is the population of Nowpora?
Nowpora had a total population of 814, including 404 males and 410 females.
How many households are there in Nowpora?
Nowpora had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nowpora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nowpora was 71.41%. Male literacy was 81.55% and female literacy was 62.13%.