Joshana - Drabshala, Kishtwar
Joshana is a village situated in the Drabshala tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Kishtwar and around 10 km from Kishtwar. Bhadat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joshana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joshana is 004704. The village covers a total geographical area of 194.7 hectares and falls under the 182204 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Joshana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Inderwal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Joshana
As per Census 2011, Joshana village has a total population of 266 people, consisting of 136 males and 130 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 189 literate and 77 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Joshana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 266 | 136 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 11 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 116 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 20 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Joshana
Joshana 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 Joshana
Joshana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kishtwar to Joshana is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joshana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joshana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Joshana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joshana 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Joshana
Where is Joshana located?
Joshana village is located in Drabshala Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joshana?
The Gram Panchayat of Joshana is Bhadat.
What is the pincode of Joshana?
The pincode of Joshana is 182204.
What is the population of Joshana?
Joshana has a total population of 266, including 136 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Joshana?
There are 48 households in Joshana.
What is the literacy rate in Joshana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joshana is 71.05%. Male literacy is 85.29% and female literacy is 56.15%.