Lacham Pora - Zachaldara, Kupwara
Lacham Pora is a village situated in the Zachaldara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Handwara and around 40 km from Kupwara. Lachampora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Lacham Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lacham Pora is 000255. The village covers a total geographical area of 251.7 hectares and falls under the 193221 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Lacham 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 Lacham Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Lacham Pora village had a total population of 1,074 people, including 586 males and 488 females, living in 159 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.20%, with male literacy at 57.48% and female literacy at 35.47%.
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 | 1,074 | 586 | 488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 158 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 379 | 246 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 695 | 340 | 355 |
Nearby Villages of Lacham Pora
Lacham 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 Lacham Pora
Lacham 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 5-10 km |
| 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 Lacham Pora is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Lacham 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 Lacham Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lacham 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 Lacham 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 Lacham Pora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lacham Pora
Where is Lacham Pora located?
Lacham Pora village is located in Zachaldara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Lacham Pora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Lacham Pora is Lachampora.
What is the pincode of Lacham Pora?
The pincode of Lacham Pora is 193221.
What is the population of Lacham Pora?
Lacham Pora had a total population of 1,074, including 586 males and 488 females.
How many households are there in Lacham Pora?
Lacham Pora had 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lacham Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lacham Pora was 47.20%. Male literacy was 57.48% and female literacy was 35.47%.