Dard Pora - Lalpora, Kupwara
Dard Pora is a village situated in the Lalpora tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 28 km from Kupwara and around 28 km from Kupwara. Dardpora A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dard Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dard Pora is 000084. The village covers a total geographical area of 653.6 hectares and falls under the 193223 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Dard Pora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dard Pora
As per Census 2011, Dard Pora village has a total population of 14,260 people, consisting of 7,333 males and 6,927 females. The village has 1,414 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,869 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,319 literate and 8,941 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,641 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dard Pora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,260 | 7,333 | 6,927 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,869 | 1,989 | 1,880 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,641 | 897 | 744 |
| Literate Population | 5,319 | 3,274 | 2,045 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,941 | 4,059 | 4,882 |
Transport and Connectivity of Dard Pora
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dard Pora.
| 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 Dard Pora is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dard Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dard Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dard 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 Dard 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dard Pora
Where is Dard Pora located?
Dard Pora village is located in Lalpora Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dard Pora?
The Gram Panchayat of Dard Pora is Dardpora A.
What is the pincode of Dard Pora?
The pincode of Dard Pora is 193223.
What is the population of Dard Pora?
Dard Pora has a total population of 14,260, including 7,333 males and 6,927 females.
How many households are there in Dard Pora?
There are 1,414 households in Dard Pora.
What is the literacy rate in Dard Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dard Pora is 37.30%. Male literacy is 44.65% and female literacy is 29.52%.