Choti Pora - Watergam, Baramulla
Choti Pora is a village situated in the Watergam tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Rafiabad and around 14 km from Baramulla. Achabal-b serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Choti Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choti Pora is 002310. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.3 hectares and falls under the 193301 pincode. Sopore is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Choti 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 Choti Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Choti Pora village had a total population of 862 people, including 436 males and 426 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.47%, with male literacy at 83.42% and female literacy at 59.33%.
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 | 862 | 436 | 426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 556 | 327 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 109 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Choti Pora
Choti 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 Choti Pora
Choti Pora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Choti Pora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sopore to Choti Pora is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Choti Pora is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choti Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choti Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Choti 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 Choti 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Choti Pora
Where is Choti Pora located?
Choti Pora village is located in Watergam Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Choti Pora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Choti Pora is Achabal-b.
What is the pincode of Choti Pora?
The pincode of Choti Pora is 193301.
What is the population of Choti Pora?
Choti Pora had a total population of 862, including 436 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Choti Pora?
Choti Pora had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Choti Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choti Pora was 71.47%. Male literacy was 83.42% and female literacy was 59.33%.