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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Kawni village has a total population of 419 people, consisting of 217 males and 202 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 192 literate and 227 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kawni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 419 | 217 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 50 | 36 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Kawni?
The Gram Panchayat of Kawni is Dogripora.
What is the pincode of Kawni?
The pincode of Kawni is 192122.
What is the population of Kawni?
Kawni has a total population of 419, including 217 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Kawni?
There are 63 households in Kawni.
What is the literacy rate in Kawni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kawni is 45.82%. Male literacy is 55.30% and female literacy is 35.64%.