Qasba - Haveli, Poonch
Qasba is a village situated in the Haveli tehsil of Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from Haveli and around 7 km from Punch. Qasba Lower serves as the Gram Panchayat for Qasba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Qasba is 001093. The village covers a total geographical area of 622 hectares and falls under the 185101 pincode. Punch is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Qasba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Qasba
As per Census 2011, Qasba village has a total population of 3,185 people, consisting of 1,641 males and 1,544 females. The village has 606 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 605 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,432 literate and 1,753 illiterate residents. Additionally, 973 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Qasba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,185 | 1,641 | 1,544 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 605 | 308 | 297 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 973 | 485 | 488 |
| Literate Population | 1,432 | 906 | 526 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,753 | 735 | 1,018 |
Nearby Villages of Qasba
Qasba 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 Qasba
Public transport in the Qasba 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 Punch to Qasba is about 7 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 Qasba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Qasba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Qasba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Qasba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Qasba
Where is Qasba located?
Qasba village is located in Haveli Tehsil, Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Qasba?
The Gram Panchayat of Qasba is Qasba Lower.
What is the pincode of Qasba?
The pincode of Qasba is 185101.
What is the population of Qasba?
Qasba has a total population of 3,185, including 1,641 males and 1,544 females.
How many households are there in Qasba?
There are 606 households in Qasba.
What is the literacy rate in Qasba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Qasba is 44.96%. Male literacy is 55.21% and female literacy is 34.07%.