Check Pora Kalan - Bk Pora, Budgam
Check Pora Kalan is a village situated in the Bk Pora tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 11 km from Chadoora and around 26 km from Budgam. Checkpora Kalan serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Check Pora Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Check Pora Kalan is 000737. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.4 hectares and falls under the 193411 pincode. Chadoora is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Check Pora Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chadoora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Check Pora Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Check Pora Kalan village had a total population of 1,568 people, including 791 males and 777 females, living in 245 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.62%, with male literacy at 66.56% and female literacy at 44.50%.
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 | 1,568 | 791 | 777 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 136 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 723 | 436 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 845 | 355 | 490 |
Nearby Villages of Check Pora Kalan
Check Pora Kalan 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 Check Pora Kalan
Check Pora Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Check Pora Kalan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chadoora to Check Pora Kalan is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Check Pora Kalan is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Check Pora Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Check Pora Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Check Pora Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Check Pora Kalan 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Check Pora Kalan
Where is Check Pora Kalan located?
Check Pora Kalan village is located in Bk Pora Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Check Pora Kalan?
The Halqa Panchayat of Check Pora Kalan is Checkpora Kalan.
What is the pincode of Check Pora Kalan?
The pincode of Check Pora Kalan is 193411.
What is the population of Check Pora Kalan?
Check Pora Kalan had a total population of 1,568, including 791 males and 777 females.
How many households are there in Check Pora Kalan?
Check Pora Kalan had 245 households.
What is the literacy rate in Check Pora Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Check Pora Kalan was 55.62%. Male literacy was 66.56% and female literacy was 44.50%.