Mawar
Mawar is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Mawar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mawar unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Mawar’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 Mawar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mawar is 000265. The village spans a total geographical area of 107.2 hectares. Handwara is nearest town to Mawar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Mawar
Population of Mawar
According to the 2011 Census, Mawar has a total population of about 1,135, with approximately 577 males and 558 females. The sex ratio is around 967 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 173 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.74%, with male literacy at about 66.90% and female literacy near 46.24%. There are around 173 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mawar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,135 | 577 | 558 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 94 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 644 | 386 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 491 | 191 | 300 |
Connectivity of Mawar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mawar. As per the 2011 stats, Mawar 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mawar
Knowing the nearby villages of Mawar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mawar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mawar
- Where is Mawar located?
- Mawar village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mawar?
- Mawar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Mawar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mawar is 1,135, with 577 males and 558 females.
- How many households are there in Mawar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mawar village has a total of 173 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mawar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mawar is 56.74%. The male literacy rate is 66.90%, while the female literacy rate is 46.24%.