Shog Pora - Handwara, Kupwara
Shog Pora is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handwara and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Shogpora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Shog Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shog Pora is 000156. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.9 hectares and falls under the 193221 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Shog Pora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shog Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Shog Pora village had a total population of 788 people, including 384 males and 404 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 1,052 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.77%, with male literacy at 70.19% and female literacy at 47.56%.
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 | 788 | 384 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 62 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 382 | 226 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 158 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Shog Pora
Shog 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 Shog Pora
Shog Pora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Shog Pora is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Shog Pora is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shog Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shog Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shog 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 Shog 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shog Pora
Where is Shog Pora located?
Shog Pora village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Shog Pora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Shog Pora is Shogpora.
What is the pincode of Shog Pora?
The pincode of Shog Pora is 193221.
What is the population of Shog Pora?
Shog Pora had a total population of 788, including 384 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Shog Pora?
Shog Pora had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shog Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shog Pora was 58.77%. Male literacy was 70.19% and female literacy was 47.56%.