Bahader Pora - Handwara, Kupwara
Bahader Pora is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handwara and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Baderkali serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Bahader Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahader Pora is 000219. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.8 hectares and falls under the 193221 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bahader Pora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bahader Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Bahader Pora village had a total population of 393 people, including 194 males and 199 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.57%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 74.56%.
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 | 393 | 194 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 144 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 50 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Bahader Pora
Bahader 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 Bahader Pora
Bahader Pora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Handwara to Bahader Pora is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Bahader Pora is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahader Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahader Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bahader 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 Bahader Pora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bahader Pora
Where is Bahader Pora located?
Bahader Pora village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Bahader Pora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Bahader Pora is Baderkali.
What is the pincode of Bahader Pora?
The pincode of Bahader Pora is 193221.
What is the population of Bahader Pora?
Bahader Pora had a total population of 393, including 194 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Bahader Pora?
Bahader Pora had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahader Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahader Pora was 81.57%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 74.56%.