Sarwal

Sarwal is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Sarwal village is also a gram panchayat.

Sarwal 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 Sarwal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarwal is 005618. The village spans a total geographical area of 272.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181207. Akhnoor is nearest town to Sarwal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

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Population of Sarwal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,276 639 637
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 183 97 86
Scheduled Castes (SC) 365 179 186
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 893 476 417
Illiterate Population 383 163 220

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

  • The total population of Sarwal village is around 1,276, including approximately 639 males and 637 females, with a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 183 children aged 0–6 years in Sarwal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sarwal village has 365 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sarwal village is about 69.98%, with male literacy at 74.49% and female literacy at 65.46%.
  • There are around 341 households in Sarwal village.

Connectivity of Sarwal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarwal. As per the 2011 stats, Sarwal 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sarwal

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Sarwal

Where is Sarwal located?
Sarwal village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarwal?
Sarwal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sarwal?
The pincode of Sarwal is 181207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sarwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarwal is 1,276, with 639 males and 637 females.
How many households are there in Sarwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sarwal village has a total of 341 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarwal is 69.98%. The male literacy rate is 74.49%, while the female literacy rate is 65.46%.