Porwara - Chadoora, Budgam
Porwara is a village situated in the Chadoora tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from Chadoora and around 14 km from Budgam. Hushroo serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Porwara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Porwara is 000773. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.3 hectares and falls under the 191113 pincode. Chadoora is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Porwara 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 Porwara
According to the 2011 Census, Porwara village had a total population of 613 people, including 292 males and 321 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 1,099 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.48%, with male literacy at 57.14% and female literacy at 40.15%.
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 | 613 | 292 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 33 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 148 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 144 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Porwara
Porwara 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 Porwara
Public transport in the Porwara is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Porwara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Chadoora to Porwara is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Porwara is about 14 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 Porwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Porwara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Porwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Porwara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Porwara
Where is Porwara located?
Porwara village is located in Chadoora Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Porwara?
The Halqa Panchayat of Porwara is Hushroo.
What is the pincode of Porwara?
The pincode of Porwara is 191113.
What is the population of Porwara?
Porwara had a total population of 613, including 292 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Porwara?
Porwara had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Porwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porwara was 48.48%. Male literacy was 57.14% and female literacy was 40.15%.