Goori Pora - Awantipora, Pulwama
Goori Pora is a village situated in the Awantipora tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Awantipora and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Gooripora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Goori Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goori Pora is 003003. The village covers a total geographical area of 572.2 hectares and falls under the 192122 pincode. Awantipora is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Goori 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 Pampore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Goori Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Goori Pora village had a total population of 1,963 people, including 1,001 males and 962 females, living in 348 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.58%, with male literacy at 76.69% and female literacy at 54.18%.
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 | 1,963 | 1,001 | 962 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 130 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,128 | 668 | 460 |
| Illiterate Population | 835 | 333 | 502 |
Nearby Villages of Goori Pora
Goori 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 Goori Pora
Goori Pora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Goori Pora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Awantipora to Goori Pora is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Goori Pora is about 17 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 Goori Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goori Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Goori 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 Goori 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 Goori Pora
Where is Goori Pora located?
Goori Pora village is located in Awantipora Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Goori Pora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Goori Pora is Gooripora.
What is the pincode of Goori Pora?
The pincode of Goori Pora is 192122.
What is the population of Goori Pora?
Goori Pora had a total population of 1,963, including 1,001 males and 962 females.
How many households are there in Goori Pora?
Goori Pora had 348 households.
What is the literacy rate in Goori Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goori Pora was 65.58%. Male literacy was 76.69% and female literacy was 54.18%.