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.

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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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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)
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.

Khankah Gori Kadal Shahabad Bala Marza Pora Partab Pora Larmoh Awan Pora Chersu Hari Pari Gam Kaichak Kot Giru Sail

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%.