Puthwar
Puthwar is a village located in Majalta tehsil of Udhampur district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Majalta (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Udhampur. As per 2009 stats, Pathwar is the gram panchayat of Puthwar village.
Here you can discover what makes Puthwar unique in its vibrant Majalta-Udhampur region. You’ll see Puthwar’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 Puthwar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puthwar is 005127. The village spans a total geographical area of 1590.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184205. Majalta is nearest town to Puthwar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Puthwar
Population of Puthwar
According to the 2011 Census, Puthwar has a total population of about 2,269, with approximately 1,163 males and 1,106 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 345 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 368 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 538. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.45%, with male literacy at about 51.50% and female literacy near 41.14%. There are around 431 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puthwar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,269 | 1,163 | 1,106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 345 | 186 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 368 | 195 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 538 | 275 | 263 |
| Literate Population | 1,054 | 599 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,215 | 564 | 651 |
Connectivity of Puthwar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puthwar. As per the 2011 stats, Puthwar 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 Puthwar
Knowing the nearby villages of Puthwar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puthwar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puthwar
- Where is Puthwar located?
- Puthwar village is situated in Majalta Tehsil, within the Udhampur district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puthwar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puthwar is Pathwar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Puthwar?
- The pincode of Puthwar is 184205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puthwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puthwar is 2,269, with 1,163 males and 1,106 females.
- How many households are there in Puthwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puthwar village has a total of 431 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puthwar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puthwar is 46.45%. The male literacy rate is 51.50%, while the female literacy rate is 41.14%.