Waripora Gonipora - Handwara, Kupwara
Waripora Gonipora is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handwara and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Gonipora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Waripora Gonipora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Waripora Gonipora is 000222. The village covers a total geographical area of 196.7 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Waripora Gonipora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Waripora Gonipora
As per Census 2011, Waripora Gonipora village has a total population of 1,616 people, consisting of 829 males and 787 females. The village has 230 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 329 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 875 literate and 741 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Waripora Gonipora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,616 | 829 | 787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 329 | 179 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 875 | 506 | 369 |
| Illiterate Population | 741 | 323 | 418 |
Nearby Villages of Waripora Gonipora
Waripora Gonipora 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 Waripora Gonipora
Waripora Gonipora 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 <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 Waripora Gonipora is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Waripora Gonipora is about 13 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 Waripora Gonipora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Waripora Gonipora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Waripora Gonipora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Waripora Gonipora 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 Waripora Gonipora
Where is Waripora Gonipora located?
Waripora Gonipora village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Waripora Gonipora?
The Gram Panchayat of Waripora Gonipora is Gonipora.
What is the pincode of Waripora Gonipora?
The pincode of Waripora Gonipora is 193302.
What is the population of Waripora Gonipora?
Waripora Gonipora has a total population of 1,616, including 829 males and 787 females.
How many households are there in Waripora Gonipora?
There are 230 households in Waripora Gonipora.
What is the literacy rate in Waripora Gonipora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Waripora Gonipora is 54.15%. Male literacy is 61.04% and female literacy is 46.89%.