Wahid Pora - Lar, Ganderbal
Wahid Pora is a village situated in the Lar tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lar and around 11 km from the district headquarters in Gaderbal. Waheedpora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wahid Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wahid Pora is 002875. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.8 hectares and falls under the 191201 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Wahid 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 Ganderbal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wahid Pora
As per Census 2011, Wahid Pora village has a total population of 2,344 people, consisting of 1,621 males and 723 females. The village has 278 households and a sex ratio of 446 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,467 literate and 877 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wahid Pora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,344 | 1,621 | 723 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 89 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 96 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,467 | 1,076 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 877 | 545 | 332 |
Nearby Villages of Wahid Pora
Wahid 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 Wahid Pora
Wahid Pora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Ganderbal to Wahid Pora is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Wahid Pora is about 11 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 Wahid Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wahid Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Wahid 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 Wahid Pora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Wahid Pora
Where is Wahid Pora located?
Wahid Pora village is located in Lar Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wahid Pora?
The Gram Panchayat of Wahid Pora is Waheedpora.
What is the pincode of Wahid Pora?
The pincode of Wahid Pora is 191201.
What is the population of Wahid Pora?
Wahid Pora has a total population of 2,344, including 1,621 males and 723 females.
How many households are there in Wahid Pora?
There are 278 households in Wahid Pora.
What is the literacy rate in Wahid Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wahid Pora is 62.59%. Male literacy is 66.38% and female literacy is 54.08%.