Now Pora - Devsar, Kulgam
Now Pora is a village situated in the Devsar tehsil of Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devsar and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Kulgam. Nowpora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Now Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Now Pora is 004044. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.1 hectares and falls under the 192231 pincode. Devsar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Now 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 Devsar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Now Pora
As per Census 2011, Now Pora village has a total population of 1,900 people, consisting of 973 males and 927 females. The village has 295 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 348 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,006 literate and 894 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Now Pora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,900 | 973 | 927 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 348 | 187 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 1,006 | 581 | 425 |
| Illiterate Population | 894 | 392 | 502 |
Nearby Villages of Now Pora
Now 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 Now Pora
Now Pora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Now Pora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devsar to Now Pora is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kulgam to Now Pora is about 12 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 Now Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Now Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Now 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 Now 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 Now Pora
Where is Now Pora located?
Now Pora village is located in Devsar Tehsil, Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Now Pora?
The Gram Panchayat of Now Pora is Nowpora.
What is the pincode of Now Pora?
The pincode of Now Pora is 192231.
What is the population of Now Pora?
Now Pora has a total population of 1,900, including 973 males and 927 females.
How many households are there in Now Pora?
There are 295 households in Now Pora.
What is the literacy rate in Now Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Now Pora is 52.95%. Male literacy is 59.71% and female literacy is 45.85%.