Posnag - Kreeri, Baramulla
Posnag is a village situated in the Kreeri tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 9 km from Pattan and around 20 km from Baramulla. Buchoo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Posnag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Posnag is 002312. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.8 hectares and falls under the 193109 pincode. Pattan is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Posnag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sangrama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Posnag
According to the 2011 Census, Posnag village had a total population of 883 people, including 454 males and 429 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.45%, with male literacy at 64.91% and female literacy at 51.77%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 883 | 454 | 429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 75 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 436 | 246 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 447 | 208 | 239 |
Transport and Connectivity of Posnag
Posnag is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Posnag.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pattan to Posnag is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Posnag is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Posnag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Posnag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Posnag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Posnag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Posnag
Where is Posnag located?
Posnag village is located in Kreeri Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Posnag?
The Gram Panchayat of Posnag is Buchoo.
What is the pincode of Posnag?
The pincode of Posnag is 193109.
What is the population of Posnag?
Posnag had a total population of 883, including 454 males and 429 females.
How many households are there in Posnag?
Posnag had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Posnag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Posnag was 58.45%. Male literacy was 64.91% and female literacy was 51.77%.