Pora Paine - Bhalessa (Gandoh), Doda
Pora Paine is a village situated in the Bhalessa (Gandoh) tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 30 km from Gandoh and around 70 km from Doda. Porapain serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Pora Paine village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pora Paine is 004376. The village covers a total geographical area of 159.5 hectares and falls under the 182203 pincode. Doda is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Pora Paine village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pora Paine
According to the 2011 Census, Pora Paine village had a total population of 855 people, including 425 males and 430 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.75%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 44.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 237.
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 | 855 | 425 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 95 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 13 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 237 | 119 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 423 | 264 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 161 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Pora Paine
Pora Paine 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 Pora Paine
Pora Paine 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 5-10 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 Doda to Pora Paine is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pora Paine
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pora Paine village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pora Paine
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pora Paine village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pora Paine
Where is Pora Paine located?
Pora Paine village is located in Bhalessa (Gandoh) Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Pora Paine?
The Halqa Panchayat of Pora Paine is Porapain.
What is the pincode of Pora Paine?
The pincode of Pora Paine is 182203.
What is the population of Pora Paine?
Pora Paine had a total population of 855, including 425 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Pora Paine?
Pora Paine had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pora Paine?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pora Paine was 61.75%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 44.79%.