Sultan Pora - Zachaldara, Kupwara
Sultan Pora is a village situated in the Zachaldara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 9 km from Handwara and around 30 km from Kupwara. Ahgam serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Sultan Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sultan Pora is 000233. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.5 hectares and falls under the 193221 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Sultan Pora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sultan Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Sultan Pora village had a total population of 294 people, including 146 males and 148 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.47%, with male literacy at 75.40% and female literacy at 59.35%.
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 | 294 | 146 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 95 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 51 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Sultan Pora
Sultan 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 Sultan Pora
Sultan Pora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 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 Sultan Pora is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Sultan Pora is about 30 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 Sultan Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sultan Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sultan 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 Sultan Pora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sultan Pora
Where is Sultan Pora located?
Sultan Pora village is located in Zachaldara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Sultan Pora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Sultan Pora is Ahgam.
What is the pincode of Sultan Pora?
The pincode of Sultan Pora is 193221.
What is the population of Sultan Pora?
Sultan Pora had a total population of 294, including 146 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Sultan Pora?
Sultan Pora had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sultan Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultan Pora was 67.47%. Male literacy was 75.40% and female literacy was 59.35%.