Seri Chowana - Haveli, Poonch
Seri Chowana is a village situated in the Haveli tehsil of Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from Haveli and around 13 km from Punch. Seri Chowana A serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Seri Chowana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Seri Chowana is 001130. The village covers a total geographical area of 570 hectares and falls under the 185121 pincode. Punch is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Seri Chowana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Seri Chowana
According to the 2011 Census, Seri Chowana village had a total population of 2,978 people, including 1,568 males and 1,410 females, living in 648 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.59%, with male literacy at 84.74% and female literacy at 56.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 741.
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 | 2,978 | 1,568 | 1,410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 535 | 277 | 258 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 741 | 392 | 349 |
| Literate Population | 1,749 | 1,094 | 655 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,229 | 474 | 755 |
Nearby Villages of Seri Chowana
Seri Chowana 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 Seri Chowana
Public transport in the Seri Chowana is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Punch to Seri Chowana is about 13 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 Seri Chowana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Seri Chowana 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 Seri Chowana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Seri Chowana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Seri Chowana
Where is Seri Chowana located?
Seri Chowana village is located in Haveli Tehsil, Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Seri Chowana?
The Halqa Panchayat of Seri Chowana is Seri Chowana A.
What is the pincode of Seri Chowana?
The pincode of Seri Chowana is 185121.
What is the population of Seri Chowana?
Seri Chowana had a total population of 2,978, including 1,568 males and 1,410 females.
How many households are there in Seri Chowana?
Seri Chowana had 648 households.
What is the literacy rate in Seri Chowana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Seri Chowana was 71.59%. Male literacy was 84.74% and female literacy was 56.86%.