Shanker Pora - Pulwama
Shanker Pora is a village situated in the Pulwama tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Pulwama, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Dadoora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shanker Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shanker Pora is 003200. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.9 hectares and falls under the 192301 pincode. Pulwama is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Shanker 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 Rajpora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shanker Pora
As per Census 2011, Shanker Pora village has a total population of 446 people, consisting of 210 males and 236 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 1,123 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 174 literate and 272 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shanker Pora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 446 | 210 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 63 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 103 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 107 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Shanker Pora
Shanker Pora is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hari Gam | South | 2.72 km |
| Hardu Dehrana | North-East | 4.12 km |
| Hard Pora | North-East | 5.23 km |
| Bragam | South-East | 5.59 km |
| Akin Gam | North-East | 5.83 km |
| Dam Hall | North | 5.99 km |
| Nawah | West | 6.02 km |
| Chowgam | West | 6.02 km |
| Baihama | West | 6.23 km |
| Khal Har | East | 6.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shanker Pora
Shanker Pora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Anantnag, while the nearest airport is Sheikh Ul Alam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pulwama to Shanker Pora is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Shanker Pora is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shanker Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shanker Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shanker 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 Shanker Pora 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shanker Pora
Where is Shanker Pora located?
Shanker Pora village is located in Pulwama Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shanker Pora?
The Gram Panchayat of Shanker Pora is Dadoora.
What is the pincode of Shanker Pora?
The pincode of Shanker Pora is 192301.
What is the population of Shanker Pora?
Shanker Pora has a total population of 446, including 210 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Shanker Pora?
There are 57 households in Shanker Pora.
What is the literacy rate in Shanker Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shanker Pora is 39.01%. Male literacy is 49.05% and female literacy is 30.08%.