Bat Pora - Kralpora, Kupwara
Bat Pora is a village situated in the Kralpora tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from Handwara and around 23 km from Kupwara. Yaroo serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Bat Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bat Pora is 000203. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.6 hectares and falls under the 193224 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Bat Pora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bat Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Bat Pora village had a total population of 1,768 people, including 1,495 males and 273 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 183 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.05%, with male literacy at 98.20% and female literacy at 75.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 1,768 | 1,495 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 54 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,595 | 1,415 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 80 | 93 |
Transport and Connectivity of Bat Pora
Bat Pora 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 5-10 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 Handwara to Bat Pora is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Bat Pora is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bat Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bat Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bat Pora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bat Pora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bat Pora
Where is Bat Pora located?
Bat Pora village is located in Kralpora Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Bat Pora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Bat Pora is Yaroo.
What is the pincode of Bat Pora?
The pincode of Bat Pora is 193224.
What is the population of Bat Pora?
Bat Pora had a total population of 1,768, including 1,495 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Bat Pora?
Bat Pora had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bat Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bat Pora was 95.05%. Male literacy was 98.20% and female literacy was 75.95%.