Gadwal
Gadwal is a village located in Samba tehsil of Samba district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 10km away from Samba, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gadwal village. As per 2009 stats, Gudwal A is the gram panchayat of Gadwal village.
Gadwal has its own place in the vibrant Samba 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 Gadwal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gadwal is 006432. The village spans a total geographical area of 449.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184120. Samba is nearest town to Gadwal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gadwal
Population of Gadwal
Below is a concise population overview of Gadwal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,847 | 1,434 | 1,413 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 174 | 129 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 570 | 281 | 289 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 2,089 | 1,111 | 978 |
Illiterate Population | 758 | 323 | 435 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gadwal village:
- The total population of Gadwal village is around 2,847, including approximately 1,434 males and 1,413 females, with a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 303 children aged 0–6 years in Gadwal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gadwal village has 570 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Gadwal village is about 73.38%, with male literacy at 77.48% and female literacy at 69.21%.
- There are around 658 households in Gadwal village.
Connectivity of Gadwal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gadwal. As per the 2011 stats, Gadwal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Gadwal
Knowing the nearby villages of Gadwal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gadwal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gadwal
- Where is Gadwal located?
- Gadwal village is situated in Samba Tehsil, within the Samba district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gadwal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gadwal is Gudwal A (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gadwal?
- The pincode of Gadwal is 184120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gadwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gadwal is 2,847, with 1,434 males and 1,413 females.
- How many households are there in Gadwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gadwal village has a total of 658 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gadwal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gadwal is 73.38%. The male literacy rate is 77.48%, while the female literacy rate is 69.21%.