Ashkan Pora - Handwara, Kupwara
Ashkan Pora is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handwara and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Opezwani serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Ashkan Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashkan Pora is 000228. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.8 hectares and falls under the 193303 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Ashkan 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 Handwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ashkan Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Ashkan Pora village had a total population of 591 people, including 305 males and 286 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.51%, with male literacy at 74.38% and female literacy at 48.31%.
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 | 591 | 305 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 63 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 180 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 125 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Ashkan Pora
Ashkan 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 Ashkan Pora
Public transport in the Ashkan Pora is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ashkan Pora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Handwara to Ashkan Pora is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Ashkan Pora is about 22 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 Ashkan Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ashkan Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ashkan 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 Ashkan 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 Ashkan Pora
Where is Ashkan Pora located?
Ashkan Pora village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Ashkan Pora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Ashkan Pora is Opezwani.
What is the pincode of Ashkan Pora?
The pincode of Ashkan Pora is 193303.
What is the population of Ashkan Pora?
Ashkan Pora had a total population of 591, including 305 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Ashkan Pora?
Ashkan Pora had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ashkan Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashkan Pora was 61.51%. Male literacy was 74.38% and female literacy was 48.31%.