Meluwal

Meluwal is a village located in Ranbir Singh Pora tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter R.s.pora (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Kotli Shah Daula is the gram panchayat of Meluwal village.

Meluwal 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 Meluwal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meluwal is 006032. The village spans a total geographical area of 80.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181102. R.s.pora is nearest town to Meluwal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

When it comes to local governance, Meluwal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ranbir singh Pura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jammu Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Meluwal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 749 384 365
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 79 50 29
Scheduled Castes (SC) 655 336 319
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 21 11 10
Literate Population 542 292 250
Illiterate Population 207 92 115

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

  • The total population of Meluwal village is around 749, including approximately 384 males and 365 females, with a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 79 children aged 0–6 years in Meluwal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Meluwal village has 655 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 21 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Meluwal village is about 72.36%, with male literacy at 76.04% and female literacy at 68.49%.
  • There are around 157 households in Meluwal village.

Connectivity of Meluwal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meluwal. As per the 2011 stats, Meluwal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Meluwal

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Meluwal

Where is Meluwal located?
Meluwal village is situated in Ranbir Singh Pora Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meluwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Meluwal is Kotli Shah Daula (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Meluwal?
The pincode of Meluwal is 181102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Meluwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meluwal is 749, with 384 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Meluwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Meluwal village has a total of 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meluwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meluwal is 72.36%. The male literacy rate is 76.04%, while the female literacy rate is 68.49%.