Ganow Pora - Keegam, Shopian
Ganow Pora is a village situated in the Keegam tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from Shopian and around 3 km from Shopian. Wathoo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganow Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganow Pora is 003391. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.34 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Ganow 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 Ganow Pora
As per Census 2011, Ganow Pora village has a total population of 1,270 people, consisting of 629 males and 641 females. The village has 211 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 171 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 654 literate and 616 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganow Pora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,270 | 629 | 641 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 86 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 654 | 377 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 616 | 252 | 364 |
Transport and Connectivity of Ganow Pora
Ganow Pora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 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 Ganow Pora is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Ganow Pora is about 3 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganow Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganow 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 Ganow 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 Ganow 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ganow Pora
Where is Ganow Pora located?
Ganow Pora village is located in Keegam Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganow Pora?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganow Pora is Wathoo.
What is the pincode of Ganow Pora?
The pincode of Ganow Pora is 192303.
What is the population of Ganow Pora?
Ganow Pora has a total population of 1,270, including 629 males and 641 females.
How many households are there in Ganow Pora?
There are 211 households in Ganow Pora.
What is the literacy rate in Ganow Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganow Pora is 51.50%. Male literacy is 59.94% and female literacy is 43.21%.