Yangoora - Lar, Ganderbal
Yangoora is a village situated in the Lar tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lar and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Gaderbal. Yangoora A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Yangoora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yangoora is 002860. The village covers a total geographical area of 508.3 hectares and falls under the 191201 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Yangoora 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 Yangoora
As per Census 2011, Yangoora village has a total population of 6,380 people, consisting of 3,550 males and 2,830 females. The village has 864 households and a sex ratio of 797 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,057 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,381 literate and 2,999 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yangoora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,380 | 3,550 | 2,830 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,057 | 589 | 468 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 59 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 3,381 | 2,204 | 1,177 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,999 | 1,346 | 1,653 |
Nearby Villages of Yangoora
Yangoora 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 Yangoora
Yangoora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Yangoora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ganderbal to Yangoora is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Yangoora 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 Yangoora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yangoora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Yangoora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yangoora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Yangoora
Where is Yangoora located?
Yangoora village is located in Lar Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yangoora?
The Gram Panchayat of Yangoora is Yangoora A.
What is the pincode of Yangoora?
The pincode of Yangoora is 191201.
What is the population of Yangoora?
Yangoora has a total population of 6,380, including 3,550 males and 2,830 females.
How many households are there in Yangoora?
There are 864 households in Yangoora.
What is the literacy rate in Yangoora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yangoora is 52.99%. Male literacy is 62.08% and female literacy is 41.59%.