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 C serves as the Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Dard Pora village had a total population of 14,260 people, including 7,333 males and 6,927 females, living in 1,414 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.19%, with male literacy at 61.26% and female literacy at 40.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,641.
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 | 14,260 | 7,333 | 6,927 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,869 | 1,989 | 1,880 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Halqa Panchayat of Dard Pora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Dard Pora is Dardpora C.
What is the pincode of Dard Pora?
The pincode of Dard Pora is 193223.
What is the population of Dard Pora?
Dard Pora had a total population of 14,260, including 7,333 males and 6,927 females.
How many households are there in Dard Pora?
Dard Pora had 1,414 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dard Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dard Pora was 51.19%. Male literacy was 61.26% and female literacy was 40.52%.