Bal Pora - Keegam, Shopian
Bal Pora is a village situated in the Keegam tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from Shopian and around 4 km from Shopian. Balpora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Bal Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bal Pora is 003392. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.9 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Bal 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 Shopian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bal Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Bal Pora village had a total population of 1,402 people, including 710 males and 692 females, living in 229 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.24%, with male literacy at 69.87% and female literacy at 50.33%.
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 | 1,402 | 710 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 86 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 741 | 436 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 661 | 274 | 387 |
Transport and Connectivity of Bal Pora
Bal Pora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shopiyan to Bal Pora is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Bal Pora is about 4 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 Bal Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bal Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bal 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 Bal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bal Pora
Where is Bal Pora located?
Bal Pora village is located in Keegam Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Bal Pora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Bal Pora is Balpora.
What is the pincode of Bal Pora?
The pincode of Bal Pora is 192303.
What is the population of Bal Pora?
Bal Pora had a total population of 1,402, including 710 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Bal Pora?
Bal Pora had 229 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bal Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bal Pora was 60.24%. Male literacy was 69.87% and female literacy was 50.33%.