Makwal

Makwal is a village located in Billawar tehsil of Kathua district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Billawar (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Kathua.

Makwal has its own place in the vibrant Kathua 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 Makwal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Makwal is 001677. The village spans a total geographical area of 807 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184205. Billawar is nearest town to Makwal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.

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Population of Makwal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,947 1,594 1,353
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 427 249 178
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,183 635 548
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 109 61 48
Literate Population 1,844 1,099 745
Illiterate Population 1,103 495 608

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

  • The total population of Makwal village is around 2,947, including approximately 1,594 males and 1,353 females, with a sex ratio of 848 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 427 children aged 0–6 years in Makwal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Makwal village has 1,183 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 109 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Makwal village is about 62.57%, with male literacy at 68.95% and female literacy at 55.06%.
  • There are around 631 households in Makwal village.

Connectivity of Makwal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Makwal. As per the 2011 stats, Makwal 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 Makwal

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Makwal

Where is Makwal located?
Makwal village is situated in Billawar Tehsil, within the Kathua district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Makwal?
The pincode of Makwal is 184205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Makwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Makwal is 2,947, with 1,594 males and 1,353 females.
How many households are there in Makwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Makwal village has a total of 631 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Makwal is 62.57%. The male literacy rate is 68.95%, while the female literacy rate is 55.06%.