Cher Pawa - Villgam, Kupwara
Cher Pawa is a village situated in the Villgam tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 21 km from Handwara and around 20 km from Kupwara. Lilum serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Cher Pawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cher Pawa is 000149. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.2 hectares and falls under the 193224 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Cher Pawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Cher Pawa
According to the 2011 Census, Cher Pawa village had a total population of 636 people, including 347 males and 289 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.24%, with male literacy at 72.50% and female literacy at 54.93%.
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 | 636 | 347 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 107 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 291 | 174 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 345 | 173 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Cher Pawa
Cher Pawa 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 Cher Pawa
Public transport in the Cher Pawa is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Cher Pawa is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Cher Pawa is about 20 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 Cher Pawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cher Pawa 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 Cher Pawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cher Pawa 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Cher Pawa
Where is Cher Pawa located?
Cher Pawa village is located in Villgam Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Cher Pawa?
The Halqa Panchayat of Cher Pawa is Lilum.
What is the pincode of Cher Pawa?
The pincode of Cher Pawa is 193224.
What is the population of Cher Pawa?
Cher Pawa had a total population of 636, including 347 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Cher Pawa?
Cher Pawa had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Cher Pawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cher Pawa was 64.24%. Male literacy was 72.50% and female literacy was 54.93%.