Allora - Harmain, Shopian
Allora is a village situated in the Harmain tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Shopian and around 20 km from Shopian. D.k.pora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Allora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Allora is 003444. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.5 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Allora 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 Allora
According to the 2011 Census, Allora village had a total population of 929 people, including 466 males and 463 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.92%, with male literacy at 68.35% and female literacy at 51.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
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 | 929 | 466 | 463 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 109 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 429 | 244 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 222 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Allora
Allora 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 Allora
Allora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shopiyan to Allora is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Allora is about 20 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 Allora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Allora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Allora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Allora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Allora
Where is Allora located?
Allora village is located in Harmain Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Allora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Allora is D.k.pora.
What is the pincode of Allora?
The pincode of Allora is 192303.
What is the population of Allora?
Allora had a total population of 929, including 466 males and 463 females.
How many households are there in Allora?
Allora had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Allora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Allora was 59.92%. Male literacy was 68.35% and female literacy was 51.53%.