Shoga Pora - Watergam, Baramulla
Shoga Pora is a village situated in the Watergam tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 11 km from Rafiabad and around 10 km from Baramulla. Ferozpora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shoga Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shoga Pora is 002305. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.5 hectares and falls under the 193301 pincode. Baramulla is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Shoga 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 Shoga Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Shoga Pora village had a total population of 351 people, including 177 males and 174 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.37%, with male literacy at 82.43% and female literacy at 58.39%.
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 | 351 | 177 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 122 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 55 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Shoga Pora
Shoga 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 Shoga Pora
Shoga 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 Shoga Pora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Baramulla to Shoga Pora is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Shoga Pora is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shoga Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shoga Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shoga 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 Shoga 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Shoga Pora
Where is Shoga Pora located?
Shoga Pora village is located in Watergam Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shoga Pora?
The Gram Panchayat of Shoga Pora is Ferozpora.
What is the pincode of Shoga Pora?
The pincode of Shoga Pora is 193301.
What is the population of Shoga Pora?
Shoga Pora had a total population of 351, including 177 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Shoga Pora?
Shoga Pora had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shoga Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shoga Pora was 70.37%. Male literacy was 82.43% and female literacy was 58.39%.