Awanpora - Khag, Budgam
Awanpora is a village situated in the Khag tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from Khag and around 41 km from Budgam. Khag-b serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Awanpora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awanpora is 000397. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.1 hectares and falls under the 191111 pincode. Magam is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Awanpora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Awanpora
According to the 2011 Census, Awanpora village had a total population of 270 people, including 147 males and 123 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 837 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.30%, with male literacy at 39.84% and female literacy at 23.30%.
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 | 270 | 147 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 49 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 98 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Awanpora
Awanpora 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 Awanpora
Awanpora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Awanpora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Magam to Awanpora is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Awanpora is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awanpora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awanpora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Awanpora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awanpora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Awanpora
Where is Awanpora located?
Awanpora village is located in Khag Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Awanpora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Awanpora is Khag-b.
What is the pincode of Awanpora?
The pincode of Awanpora is 191111.
What is the population of Awanpora?
Awanpora had a total population of 270, including 147 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Awanpora?
Awanpora had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Awanpora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awanpora was 32.30%. Male literacy was 39.84% and female literacy was 23.30%.