Meshwar - Keller, Shopian
Meshwar is a village situated in the Keller tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Shopian and around 8 km from Shopian. Moshwara serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Meshwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meshwar is 003376. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.7 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Meshwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Meshwar
According to the 2011 Census, Meshwar village had a total population of 1,433 people, including 783 males and 650 females, living in 273 households. The sex ratio was 830 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.06%, with male literacy at 77.29% and female literacy at 53.66%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 1,433 | 783 | 650 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 149 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 798 | 490 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 635 | 293 | 342 |
Nearby Villages of Meshwar
Meshwar 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 Meshwar
Public transport in the Meshwar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Meshwar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shopiyan to Meshwar is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Meshwar is about 8 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 Meshwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meshwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Meshwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meshwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Meshwar
Where is Meshwar located?
Meshwar village is located in Keller Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Meshwar?
The Halqa Panchayat of Meshwar is Moshwara.
What is the pincode of Meshwar?
The pincode of Meshwar is 192303.
What is the population of Meshwar?
Meshwar had a total population of 1,433, including 783 males and 650 females.
How many households are there in Meshwar?
Meshwar had 273 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meshwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meshwar was 66.06%. Male literacy was 77.29% and female literacy was 53.66%.