Siraj Pora - Handwara, Kupwara
Siraj Pora is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handwara and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Opezwani serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Siraj Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siraj Pora is 000230. The village covers a total geographical area of 213.7 hectares and falls under the 193303 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Siraj Pora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Siraj Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Siraj Pora village had a total population of 1,378 people, including 722 males and 656 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.51%, with male literacy at 73.86% and female literacy at 47.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 25.
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 | 1,378 | 722 | 656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 106 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 719 | 455 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 659 | 267 | 392 |
Nearby Villages of Siraj Pora
Siraj 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 Siraj Pora
Siraj 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Handwara to Siraj Pora is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Siraj Pora is about 22 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 Siraj Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siraj 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 Siraj 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 Siraj Pora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Siraj Pora
Where is Siraj Pora located?
Siraj Pora village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Siraj Pora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Siraj Pora is Opezwani.
What is the pincode of Siraj Pora?
The pincode of Siraj Pora is 193303.
What is the population of Siraj Pora?
Siraj Pora had a total population of 1,378, including 722 males and 656 females.
How many households are there in Siraj Pora?
Siraj Pora had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siraj Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siraj Pora was 61.51%. Male literacy was 73.86% and female literacy was 47.74%.