Palwan

Palwan is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Sungal Lower B Palwan is the gram panchayat of Palwan village.

Palwan has its own place in the vibrant Jammu 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 Palwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palwan is 005512. The village spans a total geographical area of 208.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181201. Akhnoor is nearest town to Palwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

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Population of Palwan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 726 388 338
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 79 40 39
Scheduled Castes (SC) 331 168 163
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 479 290 189
Illiterate Population 247 98 149

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

  • The total population of Palwan village is around 726, including approximately 388 males and 338 females, with a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 79 children aged 0–6 years in Palwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palwan village has 331 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Palwan village is about 65.98%, with male literacy at 74.74% and female literacy at 55.92%.
  • There are around 168 households in Palwan village.

Connectivity of Palwan

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

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

Nearby Villages of Palwan

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

Garh Gurah Jagir Bargal Kalan Bargal Khurd Gurah Brahmana Bhardah Khurd Sanehal Anmbaran Dasgal Manda Mewa Karora

Frequently Asked Questions about Palwan

Where is Palwan located?
Palwan village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Palwan is Sungal Lower B Palwan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palwan?
The pincode of Palwan is 181201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palwan is 726, with 388 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Palwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palwan village has a total of 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palwan is 65.98%. The male literacy rate is 74.74%, while the female literacy rate is 55.92%.