Gam Pora - Beerwah, Budgam
Gam Pora is a village situated in the Beerwah tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Beerwah and around 16 km from Budgam. Gampora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gam Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gam Pora is 000473. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 193411 pincode. Beerwah is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Gam 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 Beerwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gam Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Gam Pora village had a total population of 946 people, including 481 males and 465 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.13%, with male literacy at 60.89% and female literacy at 37.87%.
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 | 946 | 481 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 486 | 256 | 230 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 226 | 137 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 720 | 344 | 376 |
Nearby Villages of Gam Pora
Gam 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 Gam Pora
Gam Pora 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 Beerwah to Gam Pora is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Gam Pora is about 16 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 Gam Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gam Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gam 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 Gam Pora 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gam Pora
Where is Gam Pora located?
Gam Pora village is located in Beerwah Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gam Pora?
The Gram Panchayat of Gam Pora is Gampora.
What is the pincode of Gam Pora?
The pincode of Gam Pora is 193411.
What is the population of Gam Pora?
Gam Pora had a total population of 946, including 481 males and 465 females.
How many households are there in Gam Pora?
Gam Pora had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gam Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gam Pora was 49.13%. Male literacy was 60.89% and female literacy was 37.87%.