Wari Pora - Handwara, Kupwara
Wari Pora is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handwara and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Palpora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wari Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wari Pora is 000240. The village covers a total geographical area of 146.5 hectares and falls under the 193221 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Wari Pora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Wari Pora
As per Census 2011, Wari Pora village has a total population of 874 people, consisting of 484 males and 390 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 805 females per 1,000 males. There are 169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 315 literate and 559 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wari Pora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 874 | 484 | 390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 86 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 232 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 559 | 252 | 307 |
Transport and Connectivity of Wari Pora
Wari Pora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Wari Pora is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Wari Pora is about 30 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 Wari Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wari Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Wari 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 Wari 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Wari Pora
Where is Wari Pora located?
Wari Pora village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wari Pora?
The Gram Panchayat of Wari Pora is Palpora.
What is the pincode of Wari Pora?
The pincode of Wari Pora is 193221.
What is the population of Wari Pora?
Wari Pora has a total population of 874, including 484 males and 390 females.
How many households are there in Wari Pora?
There are 136 households in Wari Pora.
What is the literacy rate in Wari Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wari Pora is 36.04%. Male literacy is 47.93% and female literacy is 21.28%.