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
As per Census 2011, Khawerpara village has a total population of 3,124 people, consisting of 1,664 males and 1,460 females. The village has 564 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 583 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,356 literate and 1,768 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khawerpara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,124 | 1,664 | 1,460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 583 | 308 | 275 |
| 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 has a total population of 3,124, including 1,664 males and 1,460 females.
How many households are there in Khawerpara?
There are 564 households in Khawerpara.
What is the literacy rate in Khawerpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khawerpara is 43.41%. Male literacy is 53.13% and female literacy is 32.33%.