Now Pora - Barbugh Imam Sahib, Shopian
Now Pora is a village situated in the Barbugh Imam Sahib tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Shopian and around 8 km from Shopian. Baskuchan serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Now Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Now Pora is 003417. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.46 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Now 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 Wachi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Now Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Now Pora village had a total population of 818 people, including 385 males and 433 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.52%, with male literacy at 75.65% and female literacy at 56.91%.
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 | 818 | 385 | 433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 77 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 439 | 233 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 152 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Now Pora
Now 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 Now Pora
Now Pora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Now Pora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Shopiyan to Now Pora is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Now 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 Now Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Now 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 Now 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 Now 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Now Pora
Where is Now Pora located?
Now Pora village is located in Barbugh Imam Sahib Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Now Pora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Now Pora is Baskuchan.
What is the pincode of Now Pora?
The pincode of Now Pora is 192303.
What is the population of Now Pora?
Now Pora had a total population of 818, including 385 males and 433 females.
How many households are there in Now Pora?
Now Pora had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Now Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Now Pora was 65.52%. Male literacy was 75.65% and female literacy was 56.91%.