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Poshwan (Zachal Dara) Village, Handwara Tehsil: Map, PIN Code and Population
Poshwan (Zachal Dara) is a village in Handwara Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Kupwara district, Jammu & Kashmir. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.
Data last reviewed: 28 April 2026. Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed.
Village Overview
Poshwan (Zachal Dara) is a village in Handwara Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Kupwara district, Jammu & Kashmir. For Poshwan (Zachal Dara), the population is 2,337, PIN code is 193221 and Census village code is 234. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.
Source year
Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities
Important note
Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 234 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 193221 |
| Population | 2,337 |
| Households | 350 |
| Area | 227.20 ha / 2.27 sq. km / 561 acres |
| Population density | 1,029 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 922 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Handwara (8 km) |
| Current state | Jammu & Kashmir |
| Census 2011 state | Jammu & Kashmir |
| Current district | Kupwara |
| Census 2011 district | Kupwara |
Postal and PIN Code Details
The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 193221. This helps users verify the postal area for Poshwan (Zachal Dara), but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 193221 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Handwara S.O, Kandi Khaas B.O, Magam B.O, Maidan Chogal B.O, Natnusa B.O, and Satkuji B.O |
| Best matching post office | Handwara S.O (Post office) |
| Delivery office records | 12 |
| Postal district | Kupwara |
| Postal state | Jammu and Kashmir |
| Postal division | Baramulla Division |
| Postal circle | Jammu Kashmir Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Poshwan (Zachal Dara) comes under Zachal Dara gram panchayat and Rajwar C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Handwara Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The tehsil headquarters is Handwara at 11 km. The Census district headquarters, Kupwara, is 40 km away.
| Current state | Jammu & Kashmir |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Jammu & Kashmir |
| Current district | Kupwara |
| Census 2011 district | Kupwara |
| State code | 1 |
| District code | 1 |
| Tehsil / Census sub-district code | 2 |
| C.D. Block code | 8 |
| Block panchayat code | 8 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Poshwan (Zachal Dara) village and its household count.
Total population
2,337 residents in 350 households
Male population
1,216
Female population
1,121
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: Not reported; Scheduled Tribes: 147
SC male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
ST male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
Schools and Education
This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.
Government pre-primary school
Not available in village
Private pre-primary school
Available; count: 1
Government primary school
Available; count: 3
Private primary school
Not available in village
Middle school
Available; government count: 1
Secondary school
Available; government count: 1
Senior secondary school
Available; government count: 1
Vocational / ITI training
Not available in village
Arts and science degree college
Not available in village
Health Facilities
Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.
| Community health centre | 1 |
|---|---|
| Dispensary | 2 |
| ASHA worker | Available |
Connectivity and Public Services
An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.
| Public bus service | Available |
|---|---|
| Private bus service | Available |
| Railway station | Not available in village |
| National highway | Not available in village |
| State highway | Not available in village |
| Major district road | Not available in village |
| Black topped road | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Available |
| Post office | Available |
| Village PIN code facility | Available |
| Mobile phone coverage | Available |
| CSC / internet cafe | Not available in village |
| ATM | Not available in village |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village |
| Cooperative bank | Not available in village |
| Agricultural credit society | Not available in village |
| PDS shop | Not available in village |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village |
| Weekly haat | Not available in village |
| Self-help group | Not available in village |
| Anganwadi centre | Available |
| Assembly polling station | Available |
| Birth and death registration office | Not available in village |
| Daily newspaper supply | Not available in village |
| Sports field | Not available in village |
| Public library | Not available in village |
| Public reading room | Not available in village |
Water, Sanitation and Power
Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.
| Treated tap water | Available |
|---|---|
| Untreated tap water | Not available in village |
| Hand pump | Available |
| Tube wells / boreholes | Not available in village |
| Closed drainage | Not available in village |
| Open drainage | Available |
| Total sanitation campaign coverage | Not available in village |
| Domestic power supply | Available |
| Agriculture power supply | Not available in village |
| Commercial power supply | Not available in village |
| Summer domestic power | 12 hours per day |
| Winter domestic power | 10 hours per day |
Agriculture and Land Use
Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.
| Net area sown | 173 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 28.90 hectares |
| Unirrigated area | 144.10 hectares |
| Canal irrigated area | 28.90 hectares |
| Forest area | 21.90 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 10.10 hectares |
| Main crop | Rice |
| Second crop | Maiza |
| Third crop | Vegetables |
Nearby Facility Clues
When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.
| Railway station | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
|---|---|
| Commercial bank | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
| ATM | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km. |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
How to Reach Poshwan (Zachal Dara)
Handwara (8 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Handwara is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.
| Nearest major town | Handwara (8 km) |
|---|---|
| Tehsil headquarters | Handwara (11 km) |
| Public bus service | Available |
| Railway station in village | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Available |
Source-Year Notes
Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Tehsil, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.
For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.
Official Records and Useful Links
Use these official links to verify current government information. Village Maps shows Census 2011 and public directory data for general reference.
- Jammu and Kashmir government website Official state/UT portal
- Kupwara district administration Official district portal
- Jk Land Records land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 234
- India Post PIN code search 193221
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Poshwan (Zachal Dara). It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Private Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG | Available; 1 |
|---|---|
| Govt Primary School | Available; 3 |
| Govt Middle School | Available; 1 |
| Govt Secondary School | Available; 1 |
| Govt Senior Secondary School | Available; 1 |
| Community Health Centre | 1 |
| Community Health Centre Doctors Total Strength | 6 |
| Community Health Centre Doctors in Position | 3 |
| Community Health Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 5 |
| Community Health Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 3 |
| Dispensary | 2 |
| Dispensary Doctors Total Strength | 4 |
| Dispensary Doctors in Position | 2 |
| Dispensary Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 5 |
| Dispensary Para Medical Staff in Position | 3 |
| Tap Water-Treated | Available |
| Tap Water Treated Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Uncovered Well | Available |
| Uncovered Well Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Uncovered Well Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Hand Pump | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Spring | Available |
| Spring Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Spring Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Open Drainage | Available |
| Open Pucca Drainage Uncovered | Available |
| Post Office | Available |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Available |
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Vans | Available |
| Tractors | Available |
| Other District Road | Available |
| Gravel Kuchha Roads | Available |
How to Use Survey Number and Map Details
Use the village code, district, tehsil, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Poshwan (Zachal Dara) village located?
Poshwan (Zachal Dara) is located in Handwara Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Kupwara.
Which Tehsil is Poshwan (Zachal Dara) in?
Poshwan (Zachal Dara) is in Handwara Tehsil. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Poshwan (Zachal Dara) in?
District: Kupwara.
What is the village code of Poshwan (Zachal Dara)?
The Census village code of Poshwan (Zachal Dara) is 234.
What is the PIN code of Poshwan (Zachal Dara)?
The PIN code reported for Poshwan (Zachal Dara) is 193221.
What is the population of Poshwan (Zachal Dara)?
Poshwan (Zachal Dara) has 2,337 residents in 350 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Poshwan (Zachal Dara) part of?
Poshwan (Zachal Dara) comes under Zachal Dara gram panchayat.
Which is the nearest town to Poshwan (Zachal Dara)?
The nearest statutory town to Poshwan (Zachal Dara) is Handwara (8 km).
Which crops are grown in Poshwan (Zachal Dara)?
The main crops reported for Poshwan (Zachal Dara) are Rice, Maiza, and Vegetables.
What land-use details are available for Poshwan (Zachal Dara)?
Land-use details for Poshwan (Zachal Dara) include net area sown: 173 hectares, irrigated area: 28.90 hectares, and unirrigated area: 144.10 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Poshwan (Zachal Dara)?
Government primary school status for Poshwan (Zachal Dara) is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Poshwan (Zachal Dara)?
Public bus service is available in the village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Poshwan (Zachal Dara)?
Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.
What is the total area of Poshwan (Zachal Dara)?
The total geographical area of Poshwan (Zachal Dara) is 227.20 hectares.
How many households are in Poshwan (Zachal Dara)?
Poshwan (Zachal Dara) has 350 households as per Census 2011.
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