Mast Pora - Keller, Shopian
Mast Pora 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. Mastpora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Mast Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mast Pora is 003377. The village covers a total geographical area of 191.4 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mast Pora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mast Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Mast Pora village had a total population of 1,627 people, including 796 males and 831 females, living in 282 households. The sex ratio was 1,044 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.11%, with male literacy at 64.90% and female literacy at 43.39%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 472.
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 | 1,627 | 796 | 831 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 135 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 472 | 227 | 245 |
| Literate Population | 718 | 429 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 909 | 367 | 542 |
Nearby Villages of Mast Pora
Mast 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 Mast Pora
Mast Pora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mast Pora is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Mast Pora 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 Mast Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mast 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 Mast 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 Mast Pora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mast Pora
Where is Mast Pora located?
Mast Pora village is located in Keller Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Mast Pora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Mast Pora is Mastpora.
What is the pincode of Mast Pora?
The pincode of Mast Pora is 192303.
What is the population of Mast Pora?
Mast Pora had a total population of 1,627, including 796 males and 831 females.
How many households are there in Mast Pora?
Mast Pora had 282 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mast Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mast Pora was 54.11%. Male literacy was 64.90% and female literacy was 43.39%.