Wargi Pora - Handwara, Kupwara
Wargi Pora is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handwara and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Palpora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Wargi Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wargi Pora is 000226. The village covers a total geographical area of 100 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Wargi 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 Wargi Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Wargi Pora village had a total population of 1,153 people, including 592 males and 561 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.72%, with male literacy at 78.79% and female literacy at 58.53%.
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 | 1,153 | 592 | 561 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 111 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 657 | 379 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 496 | 213 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Wargi Pora
Wargi 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 Wargi Pora
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Wargi Pora.
| 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 Wargi Pora is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Wargi Pora is about 12 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 Wargi Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wargi Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Wargi 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 Wargi Pora 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wargi Pora
Where is Wargi Pora located?
Wargi Pora village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Wargi Pora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Wargi Pora is Palpora.
What is the pincode of Wargi Pora?
The pincode of Wargi Pora is 193302.
What is the population of Wargi Pora?
Wargi Pora had a total population of 1,153, including 592 males and 561 females.
How many households are there in Wargi Pora?
Wargi Pora had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wargi Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wargi Pora was 68.72%. Male literacy was 78.79% and female literacy was 58.53%.