Amshi Pora - Shopian
Amshi Pora is a village situated in the Shopian tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Shopian and around 10 km from Shopian. Amshipora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amshi Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amshi Pora is 003500. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.1 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Amshi 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 Amshi Pora
As per Census 2011, Amshi Pora village has a total population of 1,712 people, consisting of 897 males and 815 females. The village has 268 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 380 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 790 literate and 922 illiterate residents. Additionally, 828 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amshi Pora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,712 | 897 | 815 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 380 | 198 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 828 | 433 | 395 |
| Literate Population | 790 | 482 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 922 | 415 | 507 |
Nearby Villages of Amshi Pora
Amshi 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 Amshi Pora
Amshi 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 | 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 Amshi Pora is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Amshi 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 Amshi Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amshi Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Amshi 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 Amshi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Amshi Pora
Where is Amshi Pora located?
Amshi Pora village is located in Shopian Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amshi Pora?
The Gram Panchayat of Amshi Pora is Amshipora.
What is the pincode of Amshi Pora?
The pincode of Amshi Pora is 192303.
What is the population of Amshi Pora?
Amshi Pora has a total population of 1,712, including 897 males and 815 females.
How many households are there in Amshi Pora?
There are 268 households in Amshi Pora.
What is the literacy rate in Amshi Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amshi Pora is 46.14%. Male literacy is 53.73% and female literacy is 37.79%.