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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kali Pora village had a total population of 515 people, including 267 males and 248 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.30%, with male literacy at 71.28% and female literacy at 54.70%.
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 | 515 | 267 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 72 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Halqa Panchayat of Kali Pora?
The Halqa 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 had a total population of 515, including 267 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Kali Pora?
Kali Pora had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kali Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kali Pora was 63.30%. Male literacy was 71.28% and female literacy was 54.70%.