Poterwal - Keegam, Shopian
Poterwal is a village situated in the Keegam tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from Shopian and around 7 km from Shopian. Shirmal serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Poterwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poterwal is 003367. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.8 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Poterwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Poterwal
According to the 2011 Census, Poterwal village had a total population of 691 people, including 348 males and 343 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.05%, with male literacy at 77.48% and female literacy at 56.91%.
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 | 691 | 348 | 343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 46 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 411 | 234 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 114 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Poterwal
Poterwal 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 Poterwal
Poterwal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Shopiyan to Poterwal is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Poterwal is about 7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poterwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poterwal 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 Poterwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poterwal 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Poterwal
Where is Poterwal located?
Poterwal village is located in Keegam Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Poterwal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Poterwal is Shirmal.
What is the pincode of Poterwal?
The pincode of Poterwal is 192303.
What is the population of Poterwal?
Poterwal had a total population of 691, including 348 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Poterwal?
Poterwal had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poterwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poterwal was 67.05%. Male literacy was 77.48% and female literacy was 56.91%.