Pir Punjwa - Karnah, Kupwara
Pir Punjwa is a village situated in the Karnah tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnah and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Chamkote B serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Pir Punjwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pir Punjwa is 000333. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.9 hectares and falls under the 193225 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 96 km away.
Pir Punjwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karnah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pir Punjwa
According to the 2011 Census, Pir Punjwa village had a total population of 89 people, including 52 males and 37 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 712 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.23%, with male literacy at 82.86% and female literacy at 53.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 89 | 52 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 17 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 29 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 23 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Pir Punjwa
Pir Punjwa 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 Pir Punjwa
Pir Punjwa 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 >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 Kupwara to Pir Punjwa is about 96 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Pir Punjwa is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pir Punjwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pir Punjwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pir Punjwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pir Punjwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pir Punjwa
Where is Pir Punjwa located?
Pir Punjwa village is located in Karnah Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Pir Punjwa?
The Halqa Panchayat of Pir Punjwa is Chamkote B.
What is the pincode of Pir Punjwa?
The pincode of Pir Punjwa is 193225.
What is the population of Pir Punjwa?
Pir Punjwa had a total population of 89, including 52 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Pir Punjwa?
Pir Punjwa had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pir Punjwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pir Punjwa was 69.23%. Male literacy was 82.86% and female literacy was 53.33%.