Gori Akhar - Handwara, Kupwara
Gori Akhar is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handwara and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Wadipora B serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Gori Akhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gori Akhar is 000220. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.5 hectares and falls under the 193221 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Gori Akhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gori Akhar
According to the 2011 Census, Gori Akhar village had a total population of 976 people, including 512 males and 464 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.38%, with male literacy at 73.73% and female literacy at 54.16%.
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 | 976 | 512 | 464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 78 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 535 | 320 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 441 | 192 | 249 |
Nearby Villages of Gori Akhar
Gori Akhar 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 Gori Akhar
Gori Akhar 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Handwara to Gori Akhar is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Gori Akhar 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 Gori Akhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gori Akhar 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 Gori Akhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gori Akhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gori Akhar
Where is Gori Akhar located?
Gori Akhar village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Gori Akhar?
The Halqa Panchayat of Gori Akhar is Wadipora B.
What is the pincode of Gori Akhar?
The pincode of Gori Akhar is 193221.
What is the population of Gori Akhar?
Gori Akhar had a total population of 976, including 512 males and 464 females.
How many households are there in Gori Akhar?
Gori Akhar had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gori Akhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gori Akhar was 64.38%. Male literacy was 73.73% and female literacy was 54.16%.