Pal Pora - Handwara, Kupwara
Pal Pora is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handwara and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Khaipora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pal Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pal Pora is 000313. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.5 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Pal Pora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Handwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pal Pora
As per Census 2011, Pal Pora village has a total population of 979 people, consisting of 484 males and 495 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 502 literate and 477 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pal Pora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 979 | 484 | 495 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 66 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 502 | 305 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 477 | 179 | 298 |
Transport and Connectivity of Pal Pora
Pal 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pal Pora is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Pal Pora is about 35 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 Pal Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pal Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pal 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 Pal 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 Pal Pora
Where is Pal Pora located?
Pal Pora village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pal Pora?
The Gram Panchayat of Pal Pora is Khaipora.
What is the pincode of Pal Pora?
The pincode of Pal Pora is 193302.
What is the population of Pal Pora?
Pal Pora has a total population of 979, including 484 males and 495 females.
How many households are there in Pal Pora?
There are 133 households in Pal Pora.
What is the literacy rate in Pal Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pal Pora is 51.28%. Male literacy is 63.02% and female literacy is 39.80%.