Bata Pora Magam is a village which is located in the Handwara sub-district of Kupwara district in the state of Jammu & Kashmir, India. According to the Census 2011, the village has a total population of 1,181 persons, comprising 597 males and 584 females. Bata Pora Magam village consists of 154 houses, indicating an average household size of 7.67 persons per house.
The village has a reasonably balanced gender composition with males comprising 50.5% and females making up 49.5% of the population. This balanced demographic pattern suggests stable community dynamics within the village.
Literacy Standards in Bata Pora Magam
Bata Pora Magam has a total literate population of 662 persons, with an overall literacy rate of 56.05%, which is considerably below the national average of 74.04%:
- Male literate population: 380 persons
- Female literate population: 282 persons
- Male literacy rate: 63.65%
- Female literacy rate: 48.29%
The gender disparity in literacy stands at 15.36 percentage points between male and female literacy rates. While 380 males have achieved literacy, 282 females are literate, revealing ongoing challenges to women’s education in the village. Both male and female literacy rates fall short of national benchmarks, highlighting the urgent need for improved educational facilities and community engagement. Sustained focus on girls’ education and adult literacy initiatives would be essential for further improving these indicators and promoting equitable learning opportunities.
Workforce Engagement in Bata Pora Magam
The village shows the following employment patterns:
- Total working population: 333 (28.20% of total population)
- Male working population: 223 (37.35%)
- Female working population: 110 (18.84%)
The overall work participation rate of 28.20% is notably low, and there is a moderate gender disparity in workforce participation. While 37.35% of males are engaged in economic activities, only 18.84% of females participate in the workforce, meaning 110 women out of 584 are counted as workers. This female work participation rate, though relatively better than many neighboring villages, still suggests considerable cultural, social, or economic barriers preventing more women from engaging in formal economic activities.
Population Breakdown & Social Structure
Census figures reveal essential findings about the village’s age distribution with a population aged 0-6 years numbering 201 persons (17.02% of total population). The child population represents approximately one-sixth of the total population, indicating a youthful demographic profile that noticeably exceeds the national average of 13.59% for the 0-6 age group. According to the census data, the village has no Scheduled Caste population.
Comparative Overview
| Indicator | Bata Pora Magam | National Average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,181 | – | – |
| Household Size | 7.67 | 4.9 | +2.77 |
| Literacy Rate | 56.05% | 74.04% | -17.99% |
| Male Literacy | 63.65% | 82.14% | -18.49% |
| Female Literacy | 48.29% | 65.46% | -17.17% |
| Work Participation | 28.20% | 39.8% | -11.60% |
| Male Work Participation | 37.35% | 53.26% | -15.91% |
| Female Work Participation | 18.84% | 25.52% | -6.68% |