Bandwal
Bandwal is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Budwal is the gram panchayat of Bandwal village.
Here you can discover what makes Bandwal unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Bandwal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bandwal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bandwal is 005572. The village spans a total geographical area of 233.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181203. Jourian is nearest town to Bandwal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Bandwal
Population of Bandwal
According to the 2011 Census, Bandwal has a total population of about 1,781, with approximately 921 males and 860 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 228 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 559 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.89%, with male literacy at about 74.70% and female literacy near 62.67%. There are around 404 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bandwal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,781 | 921 | 860 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 128 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 559 | 286 | 273 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,227 | 688 | 539 |
| Illiterate Population | 554 | 233 | 321 |
Connectivity of Bandwal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bandwal. As per the 2011 stats, Bandwal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bandwal
Knowing the nearby villages of Bandwal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bandwal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bandwal
- Where is Bandwal located?
- Bandwal village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bandwal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bandwal is Budwal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bandwal?
- The pincode of Bandwal is 181203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bandwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bandwal is 1,781, with 921 males and 860 females.
- How many households are there in Bandwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bandwal village has a total of 404 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bandwal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bandwal is 68.89%. The male literacy rate is 74.70%, while the female literacy rate is 62.67%.