Khan Pora - Wakoora, Ganderbal
Khan Pora is a village situated in the Wakoora tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Lar and around 11 km from Gaderbal. Guzhama serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Khan Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khan Pora is 002872. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.2 hectares and falls under the 191201 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Khan 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 Khan Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Khan Pora village had a total population of 401 people, including 216 males and 185 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.29%, with male literacy at 66.08% and female literacy at 38.51%.
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 | 401 | 216 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 45 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 113 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 103 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Khan Pora
Khan 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 Khan Pora
Khan Pora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Khan Pora is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Khan 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 Khan Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khan Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khan 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 Khan Pora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khan Pora
Where is Khan Pora located?
Khan Pora village is located in Wakoora Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Khan Pora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Khan Pora is Guzhama.
What is the pincode of Khan Pora?
The pincode of Khan Pora is 191201.
What is the population of Khan Pora?
Khan Pora had a total population of 401, including 216 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Khan Pora?
Khan Pora had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khan Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khan Pora was 53.29%. Male literacy was 66.08% and female literacy was 38.51%.