Prada - Karnah, Kupwara
Prada is a village situated in the Karnah tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnah and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Prada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Prada is 000358. The village covers a total geographical area of 123 hectares and falls under the 193225 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 128 km away.
Prada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Prada
According to the 2011 Census, Prada village had a total population of 1,244 people, including 674 males and 570 females, living in 242 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.13%, with male literacy at 74.19% and female literacy at 47.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 1,244 | 674 | 570 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 120 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 630 | 411 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 614 | 263 | 351 |
Nearby Villages of Prada
Prada 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 Prada
Public transport in the Prada 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 Kupwara to Prada is about 128 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Prada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Prada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Prada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Prada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Prada
Where is Prada located?
Prada village is located in Karnah Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Prada?
Prada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Prada?
The pincode of Prada is 193225.
What is the population of Prada?
Prada had a total population of 1,244, including 674 males and 570 females.
How many households are there in Prada?
Prada had 242 households.
What is the literacy rate in Prada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Prada was 62.13%. Male literacy was 74.19% and female literacy was 47.61%.