Shadipora - Handwara, Kupwara
Shadipora is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Kupwara and around 10 km from Kupwara. Waterkhani serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Shadipora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shadipora is 000119. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.5 hectares and falls under the 193501 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shadipora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shadipora
According to the 2011 Census, Shadipora village had a total population of 907 people, including 470 males and 437 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.71%, with male literacy at 78.14% and female literacy at 54.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 135.
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 | 907 | 470 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 104 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 70 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 475 | 286 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 184 | 248 |
Transport and Connectivity of Shadipora
Shadipora 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kupwara to Shadipora is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shadipora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shadipora 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shadipora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shadipora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shadipora
Where is Shadipora located?
Shadipora village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Shadipora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Shadipora is Waterkhani.
What is the pincode of Shadipora?
The pincode of Shadipora is 193501.
What is the population of Shadipora?
Shadipora had a total population of 907, including 470 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Shadipora?
Shadipora had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shadipora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shadipora was 66.71%. Male literacy was 78.14% and female literacy was 54.62%.