Pargawal
Pargawal is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Pargwal Upper is the gram panchayat of Pargawal village.
Here you can discover what makes Pargawal unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Pargawal’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 Pargawal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pargawal is 005583. The village spans a total geographical area of 1551 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181207. Akhnoor is nearest town to Pargawal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Pargawal
Population of Pargawal
According to the 2011 Census, Pargawal has a total population of about 3,606, with approximately 1,850 males and 1,756 females. The sex ratio is around 949 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 484 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,723 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.56%, with male literacy at about 69.46% and female literacy near 61.45%. There are around 901 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pargawal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,606 | 1,850 | 1,756 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 484 | 273 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,723 | 888 | 835 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,364 | 1,285 | 1,079 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,242 | 565 | 677 |
Connectivity of Pargawal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pargawal. As per the 2011 stats, Pargawal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pargawal
Knowing the nearby villages of Pargawal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pargawal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pargawal
- Where is Pargawal located?
- Pargawal village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pargawal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pargawal is Pargwal Upper (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pargawal?
- The pincode of Pargawal is 181207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pargawal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pargawal is 3,606, with 1,850 males and 1,756 females.
- How many households are there in Pargawal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pargawal village has a total of 901 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pargawal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pargawal is 65.56%. The male literacy rate is 69.46%, while the female literacy rate is 61.45%.