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.
Here you can discover what makes Gadwal unique in its vibrant Samba region. You’ll see Gadwal’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Gadwal has a total population of about 2,847, with approximately 1,434 males and 1,413 females. The sex ratio is around 985 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 303 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 570 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.38%, with male literacy at about 77.48% and female literacy near 69.21%. There are around 658 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gadwal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.