Feroz Pora - Watergam, Baramulla
Feroz Pora is a village situated in the Watergam tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 1 km from Tangmarg and around 55 km from Baramulla. Drung serves as the Gram Panchayat for Feroz Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Feroz Pora is 002672. The village covers a total geographical area of 520.4 hectares and falls under the 193303 pincode. Tangmarg is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Feroz 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 Feroz Pora
As per Census 2011, Feroz Pora village has a total population of 6,702 people, consisting of 3,475 males and 3,227 females. The village has 1,106 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,218 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,693 literate and 3,009 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 550 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Feroz Pora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,702 | 3,475 | 3,227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,218 | 686 | 532 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 550 | 279 | 271 |
| Literate Population | 3,693 | 2,214 | 1,479 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,009 | 1,261 | 1,748 |
Transport and Connectivity of Feroz Pora
Feroz Pora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Feroz Pora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tangmarg to Feroz Pora is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Feroz Pora is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Feroz Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Feroz Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Feroz 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 Feroz Pora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Feroz Pora
Where is Feroz Pora located?
Feroz Pora village is located in Watergam Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Feroz Pora?
The Gram Panchayat of Feroz Pora is Drung.
What is the pincode of Feroz Pora?
The pincode of Feroz Pora is 193303.
What is the population of Feroz Pora?
Feroz Pora has a total population of 6,702, including 3,475 males and 3,227 females.
How many households are there in Feroz Pora?
There are 1,106 households in Feroz Pora.
What is the literacy rate in Feroz Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Feroz Pora is 55.10%. Male literacy is 63.71% and female literacy is 45.83%.