Lal Pora - Lalpora, Kupwara
Lal Pora is a village situated in the Lalpora tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 17 km from Kupwara and around 17 km from Kupwara. Shalgund Lalpora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Lal Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lal Pora is 000024. The village covers a total geographical area of 659.2 hectares and falls under the 193223 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Lal Pora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lal Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Lal Pora village had a total population of 13,749 people, including 7,170 males and 6,579 females, living in 1,656 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.51%, with male literacy at 78.76% and female literacy at 53.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 269.
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 | 13,749 | 7,170 | 6,579 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,435 | 1,821 | 1,614 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 136 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 6,860 | 4,213 | 2,647 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,889 | 2,957 | 3,932 |
Nearby Villages of Lal Pora
Lal 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 Lal Pora
Lal 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 | 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 Lal Pora is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Lal Pora is about 17 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 Lal Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lal Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lal 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 Lal Pora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lal Pora
Where is Lal Pora located?
Lal Pora village is located in Lalpora Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Lal Pora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Lal Pora is Shalgund Lalpora.
What is the pincode of Lal Pora?
The pincode of Lal Pora is 193223.
What is the population of Lal Pora?
Lal Pora had a total population of 13,749, including 7,170 males and 6,579 females.
How many households are there in Lal Pora?
Lal Pora had 1,656 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lal Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lal Pora was 66.51%. Male literacy was 78.76% and female literacy was 53.31%.