Rakh Narapora - Keller, Shopian
Rakh Narapora 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. Narpora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rakh Narapora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rakh Narapora is 003373. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.24 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Rakh Narapora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rakh Narapora
As per Census 2011, Rakh Narapora village has a total population of 486 people, consisting of 253 males and 233 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 204 literate and 282 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rakh Narapora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 486 | 253 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 50 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 119 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 134 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Rakh Narapora
Rakh Narapora 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 Rakh Narapora
Rakh Narapora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Rakh Narapora is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Rakh Narapora 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 Rakh Narapora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rakh Narapora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rakh Narapora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rakh Narapora 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Rakh Narapora
Where is Rakh Narapora located?
Rakh Narapora village is located in Keller Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rakh Narapora?
The Gram Panchayat of Rakh Narapora is Narpora.
What is the pincode of Rakh Narapora?
The pincode of Rakh Narapora is 192303.
What is the population of Rakh Narapora?
Rakh Narapora has a total population of 486, including 253 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Rakh Narapora?
There are 77 households in Rakh Narapora.
What is the literacy rate in Rakh Narapora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rakh Narapora is 41.98%. Male literacy is 47.04% and female literacy is 36.48%.