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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Waripora Gonipora village had a total population of 1,616 people, including 829 males and 787 females, living in 230 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.99%, with male literacy at 77.85% and female literacy at 57.93%.
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 | 1,616 | 829 | 787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 329 | 179 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Halqa Panchayat of Waripora Gonipora?
The Halqa 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 had a total population of 1,616, including 829 males and 787 females.
How many households are there in Waripora Gonipora?
Waripora Gonipora had 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Waripora Gonipora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Waripora Gonipora was 67.99%. Male literacy was 77.85% and female literacy was 57.93%.