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.

Mawar has its own place in the vibrant Kupwara 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 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.

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Population of Mawar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Mawar village is around 1,135, including approximately 577 males and 558 females, with a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 173 children aged 0–6 years in Mawar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Mawar village is about 56.74%, with male literacy at 66.90% and female literacy at 46.24%.
  • There are around 173 households in Mawar village.

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%.