Gulshan Pora - Tral, Pulwama
Gulshan Pora is a village situated in the Tral tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tral and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Gulshanpora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Gulshan Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gulshan Pora is 003061. The village covers a total geographical area of 641 hectares and falls under the 192123 pincode. Tral is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Gulshan 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 Tral Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gulshan Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Gulshan Pora village had a total population of 2,459 people, including 1,271 males and 1,188 females, living in 436 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.66%, with male literacy at 70.31% and female literacy at 46.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 545.
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 | 2,459 | 1,271 | 1,188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 420 | 227 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 545 | 280 | 265 |
| Literate Population | 1,196 | 734 | 462 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,263 | 537 | 726 |
Nearby Villages of Gulshan Pora
Gulshan 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 Gulshan Pora
Gulshan 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 Gulshan Pora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Tral to Gulshan Pora is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Gulshan 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 Gulshan Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gulshan Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gulshan 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 Gulshan 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gulshan Pora
Where is Gulshan Pora located?
Gulshan Pora village is located in Tral Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Gulshan Pora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Gulshan Pora is Gulshanpora.
What is the pincode of Gulshan Pora?
The pincode of Gulshan Pora is 192123.
What is the population of Gulshan Pora?
Gulshan Pora had a total population of 2,459, including 1,271 males and 1,188 females.
How many households are there in Gulshan Pora?
Gulshan Pora had 436 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gulshan Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gulshan Pora was 58.66%. Male literacy was 70.31% and female literacy was 46.43%.