Poshwan
Poshwan is a village located in Awantipora tehsil of Pulwama district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Awaintipora (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Pulwama.
Poshwan has its own place in the vibrant Pulwama region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Poshwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poshwan is 002994. The village spans a total geographical area of 82.2 hectares. Awantipora is nearest town to Poshwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Poshwan
Population of Poshwan
Below is a concise population overview of Poshwan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 862 | 512 | 350 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 151 | 80 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
Literate Population | 485 | 312 | 173 |
Illiterate Population | 377 | 200 | 177 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Poshwan village:
- The total population of Poshwan village is around 862, including approximately 512 males and 350 females, with a sex ratio of 683 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 231 children aged 0–6 years in Poshwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Poshwan village has 8 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Poshwan village is about 56.26%, with male literacy at 60.94% and female literacy at 49.43%.
- There are around 100 households in Poshwan village.
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) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 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 Awantipora Tehsil, within the Pulwama district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the population of Poshwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poshwan is 862, with 512 males and 350 females.
- How many households are there in Poshwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Poshwan village has a total of 100 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Poshwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poshwan is 56.26%. The male literacy rate is 60.94%, while the female literacy rate is 49.43%.