Sonti Pora - Kralpora, Kupwara
Sonti Pora is a village situated in the Kralpora tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 21 km from Kupwara and around 21 km from Kupwara. Batapora A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonti Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonti Pora is 000091. The village covers a total geographical area of 119.8 hectares and falls under the 193224 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Sonti Pora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonti Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Sonti Pora village had a total population of 2,030 people, including 1,140 males and 890 females, living in 231 households. The sex ratio was 781 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.82%, with male literacy at 62.98% and female literacy at 49.59%.
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 | 2,030 | 1,140 | 890 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 425 | 273 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 912 | 546 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,118 | 594 | 524 |
Nearby Villages of Sonti Pora
Sonti Pora 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 Sonti Pora
Sonti Pora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sonti Pora is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Sonti Pora is about 21 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 Sonti Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonti Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonti 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 Sonti 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 Sonti Pora
Where is Sonti Pora located?
Sonti Pora village is located in Kralpora Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonti Pora?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonti Pora is Batapora A.
What is the pincode of Sonti Pora?
The pincode of Sonti Pora is 193224.
What is the population of Sonti Pora?
Sonti Pora had a total population of 2,030, including 1,140 males and 890 females.
How many households are there in Sonti Pora?
Sonti Pora had 231 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonti Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonti Pora was 56.82%. Male literacy was 62.98% and female literacy was 49.59%.