Saiwan - Lalpora, Kupwara
Saiwan is a village situated in the Lalpora tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from Kupwara and around 14 km from Kupwara. Saiwan village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saiwan is 000022. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.6 hectares and falls under the 193223 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Saiwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saiwan
According to the 2011 Census, Saiwan village had a total population of 1,120 people, including 571 males and 549 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.46%, with male literacy at 72.88% and female literacy at 51.04%.
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 | 1,120 | 571 | 549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 99 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 564 | 344 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 556 | 227 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Saiwan
Saiwan 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 Saiwan
Saiwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kupwara to Saiwan is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saiwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saiwan 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saiwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saiwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saiwan
Where is Saiwan located?
Saiwan village is located in Lalpora Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Saiwan?
Saiwan is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saiwan?
The pincode of Saiwan is 193223.
What is the population of Saiwan?
Saiwan had a total population of 1,120, including 571 males and 549 females.
How many households are there in Saiwan?
Saiwan had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saiwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saiwan was 62.46%. Male literacy was 72.88% and female literacy was 51.04%.