Rawal Pora - Qaziabad (Kralgund), Kupwara
Rawal Pora is a village situated in the Qaziabad (Kralgund) tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Handwara and around 34 km from Kupwara. Rawalpora A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rawal Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rawal Pora is 000316. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.4 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Rawal Pora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Langate Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rawal Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Rawal Pora village had a total population of 662 people, including 344 males and 318 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.53%, with male literacy at 68.99% and female literacy at 49.24%.
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 | 662 | 344 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 57 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 198 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 146 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Rawal Pora
Rawal 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 Rawal Pora
Rawal Pora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Handwara to Rawal Pora is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Rawal Pora is about 34 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 Rawal Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rawal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rawal 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 Rawal Pora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rawal Pora
Where is Rawal Pora located?
Rawal Pora village is located in Qaziabad (Kralgund) Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rawal Pora?
The Gram Panchayat of Rawal Pora is Rawalpora A.
What is the pincode of Rawal Pora?
The pincode of Rawal Pora is 193302.
What is the population of Rawal Pora?
Rawal Pora had a total population of 662, including 344 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Rawal Pora?
Rawal Pora had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rawal Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rawal Pora was 59.53%. Male literacy was 68.99% and female literacy was 49.24%.