Wangi Pora - Bk Pora, Budgam
Wangi Pora is a village situated in the Bk Pora tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Chadoora and around 25 km from Budgam. Checkpora Kalan serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Wangi Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wangi Pora is 000741. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.3 hectares and falls under the 193411 pincode. Chadoora is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Wangi 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 Chadoora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wangi Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Wangi Pora village had a total population of 298 people, including 150 males and 148 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.80%, with male literacy at 75.97% and female literacy at 60.00%.
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 | 298 | 150 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 98 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 52 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Wangi Pora
Wangi 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 Wangi Pora
Wangi 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 2-5 km of Wangi Pora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Wangi Pora is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Wangi Pora is about 25 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 Wangi Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wangi Pora 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 Wangi 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 Wangi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Wangi Pora
Where is Wangi Pora located?
Wangi Pora village is located in Bk Pora Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Wangi Pora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Wangi Pora is Checkpora Kalan.
What is the pincode of Wangi Pora?
The pincode of Wangi Pora is 193411.
What is the population of Wangi Pora?
Wangi Pora had a total population of 298, including 150 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Wangi Pora?
Wangi Pora had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wangi Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wangi Pora was 67.80%. Male literacy was 75.97% and female literacy was 60.00%.