Puwal
Puwal is a village located in Bishnah tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Bishnah (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Chak Majra is the gram panchayat of Puwal village.
Here you can discover what makes Puwal unique in its vibrant Bishnah-Jammu region. You’ll see Puwal’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 Puwal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puwal is 006258. The village spans a total geographical area of 57.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181131. Arnias is nearest town to Puwal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Puwal
Population of Puwal
According to the 2011 Census, Puwal has a total population of about 600, with approximately 319 males and 281 females. The sex ratio is around 880 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 67 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 307 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 67.00%, with male literacy at about 70.85% and female literacy near 62.63%. There are around 123 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puwal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 600 | 319 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 41 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 307 | 152 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 402 | 226 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 93 | 105 |
Connectivity of Puwal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puwal. As per the 2011 stats, Puwal 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 Puwal
Knowing the nearby villages of Puwal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puwal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puwal
- Where is Puwal located?
- Puwal village is situated in Bishnah Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puwal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puwal is Chak Majra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Puwal?
- The pincode of Puwal is 181131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puwal is 600, with 319 males and 281 females.
- How many households are there in Puwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puwal village has a total of 123 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puwal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puwal is 67.00%. The male literacy rate is 70.85%, while the female literacy rate is 62.63%.