Khawerpara - Karnah, Kupwara
Khawerpara is a village situated in the Karnah tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnah and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Khowerpora-a serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khawerpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khawerpara is 000343. The village covers a total geographical area of 208.8 hectares and falls under the 193225 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Khawerpara 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 Khawerpara
According to the 2011 Census, Khawerpara village had a total population of 3,124 people, including 1,664 males and 1,460 females, living in 564 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.36%, with male literacy at 65.19% and female literacy at 39.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
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 | 3,124 | 1,664 | 1,460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 583 | 308 | 275 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 23 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,356 | 884 | 472 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,768 | 780 | 988 |
Nearby Villages of Khawerpara
Khawerpara 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 Khawerpara
Khawerpara 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 >10 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 Khawerpara is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khawerpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khawerpara 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 Khawerpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khawerpara 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 Khawerpara
Where is Khawerpara located?
Khawerpara village is located in Karnah Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khawerpara?
The Gram Panchayat of Khawerpara is Khowerpora-a.
What is the pincode of Khawerpara?
The pincode of Khawerpara is 193225.
What is the population of Khawerpara?
Khawerpara had a total population of 3,124, including 1,664 males and 1,460 females.
How many households are there in Khawerpara?
Khawerpara had 564 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khawerpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khawerpara was 53.36%. Male literacy was 65.19% and female literacy was 39.83%.