Fatwal
Fatwal is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, C K Pur is the gram panchayat of Fatwal village.
Here you can discover what makes Fatwal unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Fatwal’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 Fatwal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Fatwal is 005533. The village spans a total geographical area of 177.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181201. Akhnoor is nearest town to Fatwal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Fatwal
Population of Fatwal
According to the 2011 Census, Fatwal has a total population of about 519, with approximately 261 males and 258 females. The sex ratio is around 988 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 58 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 474 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 57.23%, with male literacy at about 60.54% and female literacy near 53.88%. There are around 118 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Fatwal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 519 | 261 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 474 | 238 | 236 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 297 | 158 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 103 | 119 |
Connectivity of Fatwal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Fatwal. As per the 2011 stats, Fatwal 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Fatwal
Knowing the nearby villages of Fatwal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Fatwal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Fatwal
- Where is Fatwal located?
- Fatwal village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Fatwal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Fatwal is C K Pur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Fatwal?
- The pincode of Fatwal is 181201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Fatwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Fatwal is 519, with 261 males and 258 females.
- How many households are there in Fatwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Fatwal village has a total of 118 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Fatwal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Fatwal is 57.23%. The male literacy rate is 60.54%, while the female literacy rate is 53.88%.