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.
Here you can discover what makes Sarwal unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Sarwal’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 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.
Google Map of Sarwal
Population of Sarwal
According to the 2011 Census, Sarwal has a total population of about 1,276, with approximately 639 males and 637 females. The sex ratio is around 996 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 183 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 365 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 69.98%, with male literacy at about 74.49% and female literacy near 65.46%. There are around 341 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sarwal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.