Madwan

Madwan is a village located in Sonawari tehsil of Bandipore district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Sonawari (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Bandipora.

Madwan has its own place in the vibrant Bandipore region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Madwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Madwan is 002771. The village spans a total geographical area of 208.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193501. Hajin is nearest town to Madwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

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Population of Madwan

Below is a concise population overview of Madwan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,215 1,135 1,080
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 250 123 127
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 895 587 308
Illiterate Population 1,320 548 772

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Madwan village:

  • The total population of Madwan village is around 2,215, including approximately 1,135 males and 1,080 females, with a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 250 children aged 0–6 years in Madwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Madwan village is about 40.41%, with male literacy at 51.72% and female literacy at 28.52%.
  • There are around 294 households in Madwan village.

Connectivity of Madwan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Madwan. As per the 2011 stats, Madwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Madwan

Knowing the nearby villages of Madwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Madwan.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Madwan

Where is Madwan located?
Madwan village is situated in Sonawari Tehsil, within the Bandipore district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Madwan?
The pincode of Madwan is 193501, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Madwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Madwan is 2,215, with 1,135 males and 1,080 females.
How many households are there in Madwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Madwan village has a total of 294 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Madwan is 40.41%. The male literacy rate is 51.72%, while the female literacy rate is 28.52%.