Patushay
Patushay '', alternatively known as Potshai, is a subarea within the consolidated community of Qazipora Patushi in the Bandipore district of the Kashmir Valley of Jammu and Kashmir, India. Situated 4 km from Bandipore town and 59 km from Srinagar, the name "Patushay" derives from the Kashmiri words "Poàt" and "Shay".
Geography
The village sits at an elevation of 1,590 meters above sea level, with a temperate climate characterized by warm summers and cold winters.Demographics
According to the 2011 census of India, Patushay has:- Total population: 7,229
- Number of households: 1,114
- Literacy rate: 62.40%
- Sex ratio: 942 females per 1000 males
Economy
The economy of Patushay is primarily agrarian, with:Education
Patushay hosts several educational institutions:- Government [Degree College, Bandipora|Govt HKM Degree College Patushay]
- Krishi Vigyan Kendra Patushay
- Madrasa-Al-Emaan
- Govt BMS Patushay
- Kindergarten Patushay
- Islamia Model School Patushay
Transport
- Road: Connected via Srinagar-Bandipora Road and Sopore-Bandipora Road
- Rail: Nearest stations - Sopore, Srinagar
- Air: Srinagar International Airport
Religious Sites
- Marqazi Jamia Masjid Patushay
- Jamia Masjid Iqra Patushay
- Masjid Owais Karni
- Masjid Umar
- Masjid Rehmat
- Masjid Khazer
Notable people
- Khazer Mohammad Parrey : Prominent contractor of the 1960s who constructed major infrastructure including:
* Old Kaloosa Bridge
* Forest Training Institute, Bandipora
* Higher Secondary School, Kaloosa
- Abdul Ahad Parrey : Renowned contractor known for historic constructions and philanthropy