Poshiana
Poshiana is a village located in Surankote tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 31km away from sub-district headquarter Surankote (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Poshana is the gram panchayat of Poshiana village.
Here you can discover what makes Poshiana unique in its vibrant Surankote-Punch region. You’ll see Poshiana’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 Poshiana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poshiana is 001258. The village spans a total geographical area of 718 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185121. Surankote is nearest town to Poshiana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
Google Map of Poshiana
Population of Poshiana
According to the 2011 Census, Poshiana has a total population of about 4,130, with approximately 2,139 males and 1,991 females. The sex ratio is around 930 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 736 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.08%, with male literacy at about 60.17% and female literacy near 43.40%. There are around 790 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Poshiana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,130 | 2,139 | 1,991 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 736 | 387 | 349 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,151 | 1,287 | 864 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,979 | 852 | 1,127 |
Connectivity of Poshiana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poshiana. As per the 2011 stats, Poshiana 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Poshiana
Knowing the nearby villages of Poshiana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Poshiana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Poshiana
- Where is Poshiana located?
- Poshiana village is situated in Surankote Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Poshiana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Poshiana is Poshana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Poshiana?
- The pincode of Poshiana is 185121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Poshiana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poshiana is 4,130, with 2,139 males and 1,991 females.
- How many households are there in Poshiana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Poshiana village has a total of 790 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Poshiana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poshiana is 52.08%. The male literacy rate is 60.17%, while the female literacy rate is 43.40%.