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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Rakh Narapora village had a total population of 486 people, including 253 males and 233 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.12%, with male literacy at 58.62% and female literacy at 41.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 486 | 253 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 50 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Halqa Panchayat of Rakh Narapora?
The Halqa 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 had a total population of 486, including 253 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Rakh Narapora?
Rakh Narapora had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rakh Narapora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rakh Narapora was 50.12%. Male literacy was 58.62% and female literacy was 41.67%.