Possi
Possi is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Posi is the gram panchayat of Possi village.
Here you can discover what makes Possi unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Possi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Possi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Possi is 031933. The village spans a total geographical area of 931 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144531. Garhshankar is nearest town to Possi village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Possi
Population of Possi
According to the 2011 Census, Possi has a total population of about 4,008, with approximately 2,035 males and 1,973 females. The sex ratio is around 969 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 432 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,256 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.36%, with male literacy at about 71.30% and female literacy near 67.36%. There are around 825 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Possi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,008 | 2,035 | 1,973 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 432 | 237 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,256 | 641 | 615 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,780 | 1,451 | 1,329 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,228 | 584 | 644 |
Connectivity of Possi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Possi. As per the 2011 stats, Possi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Possi
Knowing the nearby villages of Possi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Possi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Possi
- Where is Possi located?
- Possi village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Possi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Possi is Posi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Possi?
- The pincode of Possi is 144531, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Possi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Possi is 4,008, with 2,035 males and 1,973 females.
- How many households are there in Possi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Possi village has a total of 825 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Possi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Possi is 69.36%. The male literacy rate is 71.30%, while the female literacy rate is 67.36%.