Chani Pora Bala - Karnah, Kupwara
Chani Pora Bala is a village situated in the Karnah tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnah and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Chanipora A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chani Pora Bala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chani Pora Bala is 000345. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.1 hectares and falls under the 193225 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Chani Pora Bala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karnah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chani Pora Bala
As per Census 2011, Chani Pora Bala village has a total population of 627 people, consisting of 329 males and 298 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 272 literate and 355 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chani Pora Bala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 627 | 329 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 58 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 182 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 147 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Chani Pora Bala
Chani Pora Bala 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 Chani Pora Bala
Chani Pora Bala 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 | 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 Kupwara to Chani Pora Bala is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Chani Pora Bala is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chani Pora Bala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chani Pora Bala 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 Chani Pora Bala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chani Pora Bala 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chani Pora Bala
Where is Chani Pora Bala located?
Chani Pora Bala village is located in Karnah Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chani Pora Bala?
The Gram Panchayat of Chani Pora Bala is Chanipora A.
What is the pincode of Chani Pora Bala?
The pincode of Chani Pora Bala is 193225.
What is the population of Chani Pora Bala?
Chani Pora Bala has a total population of 627, including 329 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Chani Pora Bala?
There are 114 households in Chani Pora Bala.
What is the literacy rate in Chani Pora Bala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chani Pora Bala is 43.38%. Male literacy is 55.32% and female literacy is 30.20%.