Maidan Pora - Lalpora, Kupwara
Maidan Pora is a village situated in the Lalpora tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from Kupwara and around 14 km from Kupwara. Cheepoora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Maidan Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maidan Pora is 000021. The village covers a total geographical area of 286.1 hectares and falls under the 193223 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Maidan Pora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Maidan Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Maidan Pora village had a total population of 6,866 people, including 3,611 males and 3,255 females, living in 899 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.64%, with male literacy at 80.77% and female literacy at 63.98%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 6,866 | 3,611 | 3,255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,434 | 808 | 626 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,946 | 2,264 | 1,682 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,920 | 1,347 | 1,573 |
Nearby Villages of Maidan Pora
Maidan 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 Maidan Pora
Maidan 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Maidan Pora is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Maidan Pora is about 14 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 Maidan Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maidan Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Maidan 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 Maidan Pora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Maidan Pora
Where is Maidan Pora located?
Maidan Pora village is located in Lalpora Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Maidan Pora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Maidan Pora is Cheepoora.
What is the pincode of Maidan Pora?
The pincode of Maidan Pora is 193223.
What is the population of Maidan Pora?
Maidan Pora had a total population of 6,866, including 3,611 males and 3,255 females.
How many households are there in Maidan Pora?
Maidan Pora had 899 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maidan Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maidan Pora was 72.64%. Male literacy was 80.77% and female literacy was 63.98%.