Sajwal
Sajwal is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Sarwal is the gram panchayat of Sajwal village.
Here you can discover what makes Sajwal unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Sajwal’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 Sajwal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sajwal is 005612. The village spans a total geographical area of 258.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181206. Akhnoor is nearest town to Sajwal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
Google Map of Sajwal
Population of Sajwal
According to the 2011 Census, Sajwal has a total population of about 1,153, with approximately 564 males and 589 females. The sex ratio is around 1044 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 141 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 386 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 67.91%, with male literacy at about 73.23% and female literacy near 62.82%. There are around 292 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sajwal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,153 | 564 | 589 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 77 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 386 | 199 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 783 | 413 | 370 |
| Illiterate Population | 370 | 151 | 219 |
Connectivity of Sajwal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sajwal. As per the 2011 stats, Sajwal 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 Sajwal
Knowing the nearby villages of Sajwal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sajwal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sajwal
- Where is Sajwal located?
- Sajwal village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sajwal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sajwal is Sarwal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sajwal?
- The pincode of Sajwal is 181206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sajwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sajwal is 1,153, with 564 males and 589 females.
- How many households are there in Sajwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sajwal village has a total of 292 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sajwal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sajwal is 67.91%. The male literacy rate is 73.23%, while the female literacy rate is 62.82%.