Neeli Pora - Handwara, Kupwara
Neeli Pora is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handwara and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Neelipora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Neeli Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Neeli Pora is 000163. The village covers a total geographical area of 159.5 hectares and falls under the 193221 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Neeli Pora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Neeli Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Neeli Pora village had a total population of 1,822 people, including 935 males and 887 females, living in 289 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.87%, with male literacy at 69.42% and female literacy at 47.93%.
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 | 1,822 | 935 | 887 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 160 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 896 | 538 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 926 | 397 | 529 |
Nearby Villages of Neeli Pora
Neeli 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 Neeli Pora
Neeli Pora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Neeli Pora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Neeli Pora is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Neeli Pora is about 25 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 Neeli Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Neeli 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 Neeli 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 Neeli Pora 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Neeli Pora
Where is Neeli Pora located?
Neeli Pora village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Neeli Pora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Neeli Pora is Neelipora.
What is the pincode of Neeli Pora?
The pincode of Neeli Pora is 193221.
What is the population of Neeli Pora?
Neeli Pora had a total population of 1,822, including 935 males and 887 females.
How many households are there in Neeli Pora?
Neeli Pora had 289 households.
What is the literacy rate in Neeli Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Neeli Pora was 58.87%. Male literacy was 69.42% and female literacy was 47.93%.