Durpora - Zainapora, Shopian
Durpora is a village situated in the Zainapora tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 23 km from Shopian and around 23 km from Shopian. Babapora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Durpora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durpora is 003332. The village covers a total geographical area of 267.9 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Beijbehara is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Durpora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Durpora
According to the 2011 Census, Durpora village had a total population of 839 people, including 427 males and 412 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.93%, with male literacy at 64.31% and female literacy at 45.72%.
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 | 839 | 427 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 60 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 407 | 236 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 191 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Durpora
Durpora 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 Durpora
Durpora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Durpora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beijbehara to Durpora is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Durpora is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durpora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durpora 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 Durpora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durpora 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 Durpora
Where is Durpora located?
Durpora village is located in Zainapora Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Durpora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Durpora is Babapora.
What is the pincode of Durpora?
The pincode of Durpora is 192303.
What is the population of Durpora?
Durpora had a total population of 839, including 427 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Durpora?
Durpora had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durpora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durpora was 54.93%. Male literacy was 64.31% and female literacy was 45.72%.