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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Porwara village has a total population of 613 people, consisting of 292 males and 321 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 1,099 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 256 literate and 357 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Porwara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 613 | 292 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 33 | 52 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Porwara?
The Gram Panchayat of Porwara is Hushroo.
What is the pincode of Porwara?
The pincode of Porwara is 191113.
What is the population of Porwara?
Porwara has a total population of 613, including 292 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Porwara?
There are 89 households in Porwara.
What is the literacy rate in Porwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porwara is 41.76%. Male literacy is 50.68% and female literacy is 33.64%.