Dudi Pora - Handwara, Kupwara
Dudi Pora is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handwara and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Dudipora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Dudi Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudi Pora is 000158. The village covers a total geographical area of 238.36 hectares and falls under the 193221 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Dudi Pora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dudi Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Dudi Pora village had a total population of 1,478 people, including 740 males and 738 females, living in 221 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.34%, with male literacy at 67.36% and female literacy at 46.92%.
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 | 1,478 | 740 | 738 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 115 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 703 | 421 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 775 | 319 | 456 |
Nearby Villages of Dudi Pora
Dudi 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 Dudi Pora
Dudi 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 Handwara to Dudi Pora is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Dudi Pora is about 24 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 Dudi Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudi Pora 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dudi 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 Dudi 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 Dudi Pora
Where is Dudi Pora located?
Dudi Pora village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Dudi Pora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Dudi Pora is Dudipora.
What is the pincode of Dudi Pora?
The pincode of Dudi Pora is 193221.
What is the population of Dudi Pora?
Dudi Pora had a total population of 1,478, including 740 males and 738 females.
How many households are there in Dudi Pora?
Dudi Pora had 221 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dudi Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudi Pora was 57.34%. Male literacy was 67.36% and female literacy was 46.92%.