Kijpora - Kangan, Ganderbal
Kijpora is a village situated in the Kangan tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kangan and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Gaderbal. Kijpora village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kijpora is 002901. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.6 hectares and falls under the 191202 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kijpora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kangan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kijpora
According to the 2011 Census, Kijpora village had a total population of 754 people, including 409 males and 345 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 844 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.70%, with male literacy at 76.44% and female literacy at 53.44%.
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 | 754 | 409 | 345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 61 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 429 | 266 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 143 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Kijpora
Kijpora 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 Kijpora
Kijpora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ganderbal to Kijpora is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Kijpora is about 20 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 Kijpora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kijpora 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kijpora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kijpora 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kijpora
Where is Kijpora located?
Kijpora village is located in Kangan Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Kijpora?
Kijpora is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kijpora?
The pincode of Kijpora is 191202.
What is the population of Kijpora?
Kijpora had a total population of 754, including 409 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Kijpora?
Kijpora had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kijpora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kijpora was 65.70%. Male literacy was 76.44% and female literacy was 53.44%.