Nowpora - Chadoora, Budgam
Nowpora is a village situated in the Chadoora tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Chadoora and around 20 km from Budgam. Nowpora village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nowpora is 000806. The village covers a total geographical area of 286.5 hectares and falls under the 191113 pincode. Chadoora is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Nowpora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chrar-i-sharief Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nowpora
According to the 2011 Census, Nowpora village had a total population of 1,554 people, including 791 males and 763 females, living in 228 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.99%, with male literacy at 78.36% and female literacy at 57.41%.
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 | 1,554 | 791 | 763 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 144 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 871 | 507 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 683 | 284 | 399 |
Nearby Villages of Nowpora
Nowpora 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 Nowpora
Nowpora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chadoora to Nowpora is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Nowpora is about 20 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 Nowpora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nowpora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nowpora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nowpora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nowpora
Where is Nowpora located?
Nowpora village is located in Chadoora Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Nowpora?
Nowpora is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nowpora?
The pincode of Nowpora is 191113.
What is the population of Nowpora?
Nowpora had a total population of 1,554, including 791 males and 763 females.
How many households are there in Nowpora?
Nowpora had 228 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nowpora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nowpora was 67.99%. Male literacy was 78.36% and female literacy was 57.41%.