Kalshi Pora - Khansahib, Budgam
Kalshi Pora is a village situated in the Khansahib tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from Khansahib and around 15 km from Budgam. Kaishipora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Kalshi Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalshi Pora is 000579. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.5 hectares and falls under the 191111 pincode. Khansahib is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Kalshi Pora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khan Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalshi Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Kalshi Pora village had a total population of 1,651 people, including 837 males and 814 females, living in 253 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.93%, with male literacy at 71.88% and female literacy at 43.16%.
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 | 1,651 | 837 | 814 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 133 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 793 | 506 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 858 | 331 | 527 |
Nearby Villages of Kalshi Pora
Kalshi 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 Kalshi Pora
Kalshi 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 | 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 Khansahib to Kalshi Pora is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Kalshi Pora is about 15 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 Kalshi Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalshi Pora 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalshi 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 Kalshi Pora 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kalshi Pora
Where is Kalshi Pora located?
Kalshi Pora village is located in Khansahib Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Kalshi Pora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Kalshi Pora is Kaishipora.
What is the pincode of Kalshi Pora?
The pincode of Kalshi Pora is 191111.
What is the population of Kalshi Pora?
Kalshi Pora had a total population of 1,651, including 837 males and 814 females.
How many households are there in Kalshi Pora?
Kalshi Pora had 253 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalshi Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalshi Pora was 57.93%. Male literacy was 71.88% and female literacy was 43.16%.