Khan Pora - Khag, Budgam
Khan Pora is a village situated in the Khag tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from Khag and around 30 km from Budgam. Khanpora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khan Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khan Pora is 000409. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.7 hectares and falls under the 191111 pincode. Beerwah is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Khan Pora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khan Pora
As per Census 2011, Khan Pora village has a total population of 1,432 people, consisting of 741 males and 691 females. The village has 178 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 405 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 567 literate and 865 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khan Pora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,432 | 741 | 691 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 405 | 209 | 196 |
| Literate Population | 567 | 369 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 865 | 372 | 493 |
Nearby Villages of Khan Pora
Khan 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 Khan Pora
Khan Pora 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beerwah to Khan Pora is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Khan Pora is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khan Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khan Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khan 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 Khan Pora 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khan Pora
Where is Khan Pora located?
Khan Pora village is located in Khag Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khan Pora?
The Gram Panchayat of Khan Pora is Khanpora.
What is the pincode of Khan Pora?
The pincode of Khan Pora is 191111.
What is the population of Khan Pora?
Khan Pora has a total population of 1,432, including 741 males and 691 females.
How many households are there in Khan Pora?
There are 178 households in Khan Pora.
What is the literacy rate in Khan Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khan Pora is 39.59%. Male literacy is 49.80% and female literacy is 28.65%.