Ash Pora - Qaziabad (Kralgund), Kupwara
Ash Pora is a village situated in the Qaziabad (Kralgund) tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Handwara and around 40 km from Kupwara. Ashpora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ash Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ash Pora is 000282. The village covers a total geographical area of 318.1 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ash Pora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ash Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Ash Pora village had a total population of 1,987 people, including 1,012 males and 975 females, living in 258 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.34%, with male literacy at 72.67% and female literacy at 49.74%.
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 | 1,987 | 1,012 | 975 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 417 | 218 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 963 | 577 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,024 | 435 | 589 |
Nearby Villages of Ash Pora
Ash 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 Ash Pora
Ash 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Handwara to Ash Pora is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Ash Pora is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ash Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ash Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ash 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 Ash Pora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ash Pora
Where is Ash Pora located?
Ash Pora village is located in Qaziabad (Kralgund) Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ash Pora?
The Gram Panchayat of Ash Pora is Ashpora.
What is the pincode of Ash Pora?
The pincode of Ash Pora is 193302.
What is the population of Ash Pora?
Ash Pora had a total population of 1,987, including 1,012 males and 975 females.
How many households are there in Ash Pora?
Ash Pora had 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ash Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ash Pora was 61.34%. Male literacy was 72.67% and female literacy was 49.74%.