Kali Pora - Villgam, Kupwara
Kali Pora is a village situated in the Villgam tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Handwara and around 19 km from Kupwara. Lilum serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kali Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kali Pora is 000244. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.3 hectares and falls under the 193224 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Kali 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 Kali Pora
As per Census 2011, Kali Pora village has a total population of 515 people, consisting of 267 males and 248 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 238 literate and 277 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kali Pora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 515 | 267 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 72 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 139 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 128 | 149 |
Transport and Connectivity of Kali Pora
Public transport in the Kali Pora 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 Kali Pora is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Kali Pora is about 19 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 Kali Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kali Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kali 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 Kali 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kali Pora
Where is Kali Pora located?
Kali Pora village is located in Villgam Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kali Pora?
The Gram Panchayat of Kali Pora is Lilum.
What is the pincode of Kali Pora?
The pincode of Kali Pora is 193224.
What is the population of Kali Pora?
Kali Pora has a total population of 515, including 267 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Kali Pora?
There are 77 households in Kali Pora.
What is the literacy rate in Kali Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kali Pora is 46.21%. Male literacy is 52.06% and female literacy is 39.92%.