Jawbrara - Awantipora, Pulwama
Jawbrara is a village situated in the Awantipora tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Awaintipora and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Barsoo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jawbrara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jawbrara is 002986. The village covers a total geographical area of 245.6 hectares and falls under the 192122 pincode. Awantipora is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Jawbrara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pampore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jawbrara
According to the 2011 Census, Jawbrara village had a total population of 1,655 people, including 858 males and 797 females, living in 272 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.22%, with male literacy at 72.52% and female literacy at 53.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 1,655 | 858 | 797 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 293 | 163 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 861 | 504 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 794 | 354 | 440 |
Nearby Villages of Jawbrara
Jawbrara 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 Jawbrara
Jawbrara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Jawbrara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Awantipora to Jawbrara is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Jawbrara is about 17 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 Jawbrara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jawbrara 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 Jawbrara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jawbrara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jawbrara
Where is Jawbrara located?
Jawbrara village is located in Awantipora Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jawbrara?
The Gram Panchayat of Jawbrara is Barsoo.
What is the pincode of Jawbrara?
The pincode of Jawbrara is 192122.
What is the population of Jawbrara?
Jawbrara had a total population of 1,655, including 858 males and 797 females.
How many households are there in Jawbrara?
Jawbrara had 272 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jawbrara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jawbrara was 63.22%. Male literacy was 72.52% and female literacy was 53.52%.