Shehil Pora - Qaziabad (Kralgund), Kupwara
Shehil Pora is a village situated in the Qaziabad (Kralgund) tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Handwara and around 25 km from Kupwara. Deedarpora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shehil Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shehil Pora is 000319. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Shehil 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 Shehil Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Shehil Pora village had a total population of 98 people, including 50 males and 48 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.13%, with male literacy at 97.73% and female literacy at 86.67%.
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 | 98 | 50 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 7 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Shehil Pora
Shehil 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 Shehil Pora
Shehil Pora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Handwara to Shehil Pora is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Shehil Pora is about 25 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 Shehil Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shehil 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shehil 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 Shehil 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 Shehil Pora
Where is Shehil Pora located?
Shehil Pora village is located in Qaziabad (Kralgund) Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shehil Pora?
The Gram Panchayat of Shehil Pora is Deedarpora.
What is the pincode of Shehil Pora?
The pincode of Shehil Pora is 193302.
What is the population of Shehil Pora?
Shehil Pora had a total population of 98, including 50 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Shehil Pora?
Shehil Pora had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shehil Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shehil Pora was 92.13%. Male literacy was 97.73% and female literacy was 86.67%.