Zolwaha - Chadoora, Budgam
Zolwaha is a village situated in the Chadoora tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Chadoora and around 19 km from Budgam. Zoolwah serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Zolwaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zolwaha is 000745. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.8 hectares and falls under the 191113 pincode. Chadoora is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Zolwaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Zolwaha
According to the 2011 Census, Zolwaha village had a total population of 960 people, including 494 males and 466 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.36%, with male literacy at 57.47% and female literacy at 41.18%.
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 | 960 | 494 | 466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 99 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 388 | 227 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 572 | 267 | 305 |
Transport and Connectivity of Zolwaha
Zolwaha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Zolwaha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chadoora to Zolwaha is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Zolwaha is about 19 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 Zolwaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zolwaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Zolwaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zolwaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Zolwaha
Where is Zolwaha located?
Zolwaha village is located in Chadoora Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Zolwaha?
The Halqa Panchayat of Zolwaha is Zoolwah.
What is the pincode of Zolwaha?
The pincode of Zolwaha is 191113.
What is the population of Zolwaha?
Zolwaha had a total population of 960, including 494 males and 466 females.
How many households are there in Zolwaha?
Zolwaha had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Zolwaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zolwaha was 49.36%. Male literacy was 57.47% and female literacy was 41.18%.