Karwal

Karwal is a village located in Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Hiranagar (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Kathua.

Karwal 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 Karwal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karwal is 002047. The village spans a total geographical area of 21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184142. Hiranagar is nearest town to Karwal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

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Population of Karwal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 267 136 131
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 32 14 18
Scheduled Castes (SC) 18 10 8
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 207 115 92
Illiterate Population 60 21 39

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

  • The total population of Karwal village is around 267, including approximately 136 males and 131 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 32 children aged 0–6 years in Karwal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karwal village has 18 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Karwal village is about 77.53%, with male literacy at 84.56% and female literacy at 70.23%.
  • There are around 52 households in Karwal village.

Connectivity of Karwal

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

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

Nearby Villages of Karwal

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

Kariyara Barmal Jarjarth Gurah Baildaran Langriyal Hiranagar Pathwal Charwal Chak Ganga Ram Gehr Chak Fatoo

Frequently Asked Questions about Karwal

Where is Karwal located?
Karwal village is situated in Hiranagar Tehsil, within the Kathua district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Karwal?
The pincode of Karwal is 184142, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karwal is 267, with 136 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Karwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karwal village has a total of 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karwal is 77.53%. The male literacy rate is 84.56%, while the female literacy rate is 70.23%.