Piyas - Nagseni, Kishtwar
Piyas is a village situated in the Nagseni tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 38 km from Kishtwar and around 38 km from Kishtwar. Piyas village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piyas is 004661. The village covers a total geographical area of 777.4 hectares and falls under the 182204 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Piyas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kishtwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piyas
According to the 2011 Census, Piyas village had a total population of 628 people, including 328 males and 300 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 11.06%, with male literacy at 17.05% and female literacy at 4.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 613.
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 | 628 | 328 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 70 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 613 | 321 | 292 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 44 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 575 | 284 | 291 |
Nearby Villages of Piyas
Piyas is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chingnana | North-West | 5.13 km |
| Galhar Bhata | North-West | 7.12 km |
| Bhatan | West | 8.89 km |
| Chandna | West | 10.90 km |
| Ajna | North-West | 11.09 km |
| Bhagna | West | 11.56 km |
| Ligri | East | 11.84 km |
| Kadail | East | 11.91 km |
| Pora | South-West | 13.34 km |
| Sharoti | South-West | 13.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piyas
Public transport in the Piyas is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Udhampur, while the nearest airport is Pathankot Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Piyas is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Piyas 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.
Banking and Postal Services in Piyas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piyas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Piyas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piyas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Piyas
Where is Piyas located?
Piyas village is located in Nagseni Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Piyas?
Piyas is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piyas?
The pincode of Piyas is 182204.
What is the population of Piyas?
Piyas had a total population of 628, including 328 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Piyas?
Piyas had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piyas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piyas was 11.06%. Male literacy was 17.05% and female literacy was 4.07%.