Kawni - Awantipora, Pulwama
Kawni is a village situated in the Awantipora tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Awaintipora and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Dogripora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Kawni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kawni is 003026. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.9 hectares and falls under the 192122 pincode. Beijbehara is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kawni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pulwama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kawni
According to the 2011 Census, Kawni village had a total population of 419 people, including 217 males and 202 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.66%, with male literacy at 71.86% and female literacy at 43.37%.
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 | 419 | 217 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 50 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 120 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 97 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Kawni
Kawni 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 Kawni
Kawni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Kawni has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beijbehara to Kawni is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Kawni is about 23 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 Kawni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kawni 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kawni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kawni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kawni
Where is Kawni located?
Kawni village is located in Awantipora Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Kawni?
The Halqa Panchayat of Kawni is Dogripora.
What is the pincode of Kawni?
The pincode of Kawni is 192122.
What is the population of Kawni?
Kawni had a total population of 419, including 217 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Kawni?
Kawni had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kawni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kawni was 57.66%. Male literacy was 71.86% and female literacy was 43.37%.