Pulwama district

Pulwama district is an administrative area in Kashmir division, situated south of Srinagar across hilly terrain. It is organized into several administrative subdivisions and comprises numerous villages connected by local roads and highways.

The district was created in 1979 when the region was reorganized and separated from Anantnag as an independent administrative area. This division shaped the modern structure of the Kashmir valley's administration.

Kashmiri is the main language spoken by residents in their daily lives, shaping how people communicate and maintain local traditions. You will hear it everywhere, from markets to homes, as it forms the heart of community identity.

The district is accessible via two national highways that provide good connections to nearby cities and towns. The nearest railway station at Awantipora serves as the main transportation hub for visitors arriving by train.

The region is known worldwide for slate production, a material used extensively in pencil manufacturing. The village of Oukhoo plays a central role in this industry, supplying materials to manufacturers across India.

Location: Kashmir division

Inception: 1979

Capital city: Pulwama

Elevation above the sea: 1,630 m

Shares border with: Shopian district, Srinagar district

Website: http://pulwama.gov.in

GPS coordinates: 33.87354,74.89902

Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:08