Malang Pora - Awantipora, Pulwama
Malang Pora is a village situated in the Awantipora tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Awaintipora and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Malangpora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Malang Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malang Pora is 003009. The village covers a total geographical area of 366.6 hectares and falls under the 192122 pincode. Awantipora is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Malang 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 Pulwama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malang Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Malang Pora village had a total population of 4,034 people, including 2,385 males and 1,649 females, living in 587 households. The sex ratio was 691 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.04%, with male literacy at 92.06% and female literacy at 74.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 83.
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 | 4,034 | 2,385 | 1,649 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 558 | 283 | 275 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 16 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 50 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 2,956 | 1,935 | 1,021 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,078 | 450 | 628 |
Nearby Villages of Malang Pora
Malang 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 Malang Pora
Malang Pora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Malang Pora has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Awantipora to Malang Pora is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Malang Pora is about 12 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 Malang Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malang Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malang 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 Malang 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malang Pora
Where is Malang Pora located?
Malang Pora village is located in Awantipora Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Malang Pora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Malang Pora is Malangpora.
What is the pincode of Malang Pora?
The pincode of Malang Pora is 192122.
What is the population of Malang Pora?
Malang Pora had a total population of 4,034, including 2,385 males and 1,649 females.
How many households are there in Malang Pora?
Malang Pora had 587 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malang Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malang Pora was 85.04%. Male literacy was 92.06% and female literacy was 74.31%.