Poshwan
Poshwan is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Zachaldara B is the gram panchayat of Poshwan village.
Here you can discover what makes Poshwan unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Poshwan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Poshwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poshwan is 000234. The village spans a total geographical area of 227.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193221. Handwara is nearest town to Poshwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Poshwan
Population of Poshwan
According to the 2011 Census, Poshwan has a total population of about 2,337, with approximately 1,216 males and 1,121 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 468 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 147. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.75%, with male literacy at about 59.87% and female literacy near 40.86%. There are around 350 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Poshwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,337 | 1,216 | 1,121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 468 | 232 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 147 | 71 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 1,186 | 728 | 458 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,151 | 488 | 663 |
Connectivity of Poshwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poshwan. As per the 2011 stats, Poshwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Poshwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Poshwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Poshwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Poshwan
- Where is Poshwan located?
- Poshwan village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Poshwan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Poshwan is Zachaldara B (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Poshwan?
- The pincode of Poshwan is 193221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Poshwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poshwan is 2,337, with 1,216 males and 1,121 females.
- How many households are there in Poshwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Poshwan village has a total of 350 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Poshwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poshwan is 50.75%. The male literacy rate is 59.87%, while the female literacy rate is 40.86%.