Munpara - Pampore, Pulwama
Munpara is a village situated in the Pampore tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pampore and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Andrusoo serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Munpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Munpara is 002964. The village covers a total geographical area of 144.9 hectares and falls under the 192121 pincode. Pampore is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Munpara 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 Munpara
According to the 2011 Census, Munpara village had a total population of 983 people, including 491 males and 492 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 1,002 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.99%, with male literacy at 63.05% and female literacy at 44.91%.
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 | 983 | 491 | 492 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 58 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 467 | 273 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 516 | 218 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Munpara
Munpara 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 Munpara
Munpara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Munpara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pampore to Munpara is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Munpara is about 25 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 Munpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Munpara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Munpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Munpara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Munpara
Where is Munpara located?
Munpara village is located in Pampore Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Munpara?
The Halqa Panchayat of Munpara is Andrusoo.
What is the pincode of Munpara?
The pincode of Munpara is 192121.
What is the population of Munpara?
Munpara had a total population of 983, including 491 males and 492 females.
How many households are there in Munpara?
Munpara had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Munpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Munpara was 53.99%. Male literacy was 63.05% and female literacy was 44.91%.