Asnoor - D H Pora, Kulgam
Asnoor is a village situated in the D H Pora tehsil of Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Damhalhanji Pora and around 20 km from Kulgam. Asnoor village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asnoor is 004075. The village covers a total geographical area of 234.7 hectares and falls under the 192233 pincode. Kulgam is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Asnoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Noorabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asnoor
According to the 2011 Census, Asnoor village had a total population of 2,473 people, including 1,252 males and 1,221 females, living in 471 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.63%, with male literacy at 70.68% and female literacy at 56.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 368.
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 | 2,473 | 1,252 | 1,221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 353 | 188 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 368 | 198 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 1,349 | 752 | 597 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,124 | 500 | 624 |
Nearby Villages of Asnoor
Asnoor 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 Asnoor
Asnoor 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 | 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 Kulgam to Asnoor is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kulgam to Asnoor 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 Asnoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asnoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asnoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asnoor 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asnoor
Where is Asnoor located?
Asnoor village is located in D H Pora Tehsil, Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Asnoor?
Asnoor is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asnoor?
The pincode of Asnoor is 192233.
What is the population of Asnoor?
Asnoor had a total population of 2,473, including 1,252 males and 1,221 females.
How many households are there in Asnoor?
Asnoor had 471 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asnoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asnoor was 63.63%. Male literacy was 70.68% and female literacy was 56.53%.