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

The primary languages spoken are Kashmiri, with Urdu and English used for official purposes.

Economy

The economy of Patushay is primarily agrarian, with:

Major crops: Rice, Apples and Walnuts.

Infrastructure

Education

Patushay hosts several educational institutions:

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 RoadRail: Nearest stations - Sopore, Srinagar Air: Srinagar International Airport

Religious Sites

Jamiyyah Mosques

Marqazi Jamia Masjid Patushay
Jamia Masjid Iqra Patushay

Other Mosques

Masjid Owais Karni
Masjid Umar
Masjid Rehmat
Masjid Khazer

Notable people

Khazer Mohammad Parrey : Prominent contractor of the 1960s who constructed major infrastructure including:

* Sopore-Bandipora Road
* Old Kaloosa Bridge
* Forest Training Institute, Bandipora
* Higher Secondary School, Kaloosa

Abdul Ahad Parrey : Renowned contractor known for historic constructions and philanthropy