Gatipora - Keller, Shopian
Gatipora is a village situated in the Keller tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Shopian and around 10 km from Shopian. Gatipora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gatipora is 003388. The village covers a total geographical area of 203.6 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gatipora 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 Gatipora
According to the 2011 Census, Gatipora village had a total population of 2,204 people, including 1,117 males and 1,087 females, living in 411 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.77%, with male literacy at 59.96% and female literacy at 39.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 733.
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 | 2,204 | 1,117 | 1,087 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 436 | 218 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 733 | 377 | 356 |
| Literate Population | 880 | 539 | 341 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,324 | 578 | 746 |
Nearby Villages of Gatipora
Gatipora 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 Gatipora
Gatipora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gatipora is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Gatipora is about 10 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 Gatipora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gatipora 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gatipora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gatipora 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gatipora
Where is Gatipora located?
Gatipora village is located in Keller Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gatipora?
Gatipora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gatipora?
The pincode of Gatipora is 192303.
What is the population of Gatipora?
Gatipora had a total population of 2,204, including 1,117 males and 1,087 females.
How many households are there in Gatipora?
Gatipora had 411 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gatipora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gatipora was 49.77%. Male literacy was 59.96% and female literacy was 39.24%.