Bewa - Kunzer, Baramulla
Bewa is a village situated in the Kunzer tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Pattan and around 38 km from Baramullah. Chukar-a serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bewa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bewa is 002383. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.7 hectares and falls under the 193404 pincode. Kunzer is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Bewa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gulmarg Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bewa
According to the 2011 Census, Bewa village had a total population of 729 people, including 405 males and 324 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.34%, with male literacy at 73.89% and female literacy at 55.13%.
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 | 729 | 405 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 91 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 232 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 352 | 173 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Bewa
Bewa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bewa
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kunzer to Bewa is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramullah to Bewa is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Bewa
Where is Bewa located?
Bewa village is located in Kunzer Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bewa?
The Gram Panchayat of Bewa is Chukar-a.
What is the pincode of Bewa?
The pincode of Bewa is 193404.
What is the population of Bewa?
Bewa had a total population of 729, including 405 males and 324 females.
How many households are there in Bewa?
Bewa had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bewa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bewa was 65.34%. Male literacy was 73.89% and female literacy was 55.13%.