Jager Pora - Handwara, Kupwara
Jager Pora is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handwara and around 11 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Jagerpora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jager Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jager Pora is 000164. The village covers a total geographical area of 233.6 hectares and falls under the 193222 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Jager Pora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jager Pora
As per Census 2011, Jager Pora village has a total population of 2,210 people, consisting of 1,127 males and 1,083 females. The village has 354 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 280 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,363 literate and 847 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jager Pora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,210 | 1,127 | 1,083 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 151 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 1,363 | 815 | 548 |
| Illiterate Population | 847 | 312 | 535 |
Nearby Villages of Jager Pora
Jager 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 Jager Pora
Jager 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 Jager Pora is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Jager Pora is about 11 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 Jager Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jager 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jager 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 Jager 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jager Pora
Where is Jager Pora located?
Jager Pora village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jager Pora?
The Gram Panchayat of Jager Pora is Jagerpora.
What is the pincode of Jager Pora?
The pincode of Jager Pora is 193222.
What is the population of Jager Pora?
Jager Pora has a total population of 2,210, including 1,127 males and 1,083 females.
How many households are there in Jager Pora?
There are 354 households in Jager Pora.
What is the literacy rate in Jager Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jager Pora is 61.67%. Male literacy is 72.32% and female literacy is 50.60%.