Rigi Pora - D H Pora, Kulgam
Rigi Pora is a village situated in the D H Pora tehsil of Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from Damhal Hanjipora and around 20 km from Kulgam. Avil serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Rigi Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rigi Pora is 004097. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 192233 pincode. Kulgam is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Rigi 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 Noorabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rigi Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Rigi Pora village had a total population of 472 people, including 256 males and 216 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 844 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.28%, with male literacy at 59.79% and female literacy at 36.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 137.
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 | 472 | 256 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 67 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 71 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 113 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 143 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Rigi Pora
Rigi 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 Rigi Pora
Rigi Pora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kulgam to Rigi Pora is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rigi Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rigi Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rigi 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 Rigi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rigi Pora
Where is Rigi Pora located?
Rigi Pora village is located in D H Pora Tehsil, Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Rigi Pora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Rigi Pora is Avil.
What is the pincode of Rigi Pora?
The pincode of Rigi Pora is 192233.
What is the population of Rigi Pora?
Rigi Pora had a total population of 472, including 256 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Rigi Pora?
Rigi Pora had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rigi Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rigi Pora was 49.28%. Male literacy was 59.79% and female literacy was 36.54%.