Shamsipora - Karnah, Kupwara
Shamsipora is a village situated in the Karnah tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnah and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Bagabella serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shamsipora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shamsipora is 000340. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.5 hectares and falls under the 193225 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Shamsipora 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 Shamsipora
According to the 2011 Census, Shamsipora village had a total population of 435 people, including 217 males and 218 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.86%, with male literacy at 55.74% and female literacy at 43.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 106.
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 | 435 | 217 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 34 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 60 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 102 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 115 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Shamsipora
Shamsipora 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 Shamsipora
Public transport in the Shamsipora 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kupwara to Shamsipora is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shamsipora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shamsipora 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 Shamsipora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shamsipora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shamsipora
Where is Shamsipora located?
Shamsipora village is located in Karnah Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shamsipora?
The Gram Panchayat of Shamsipora is Bagabella.
What is the pincode of Shamsipora?
The pincode of Shamsipora is 193225.
What is the population of Shamsipora?
Shamsipora had a total population of 435, including 217 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Shamsipora?
Shamsipora had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shamsipora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shamsipora was 49.86%. Male literacy was 55.74% and female literacy was 43.37%.