Mawa Brahmana - Akhnoor, Jammu
Mawa Brahmana is a village situated in the Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akhnoor and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Mawa Brahamana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mawa Brahmana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawa Brahmana is 005481. The village covers a total geographical area of 1518.8 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Mawa Brahmana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akhnoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mawa Brahmana
As per Census 2011, Mawa Brahmana village has a total population of 2,000 people, consisting of 1,039 males and 961 females. The village has 430 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 311 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,124 literate and 876 illiterate residents. Additionally, 216 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 82 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mawa Brahmana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,000 | 1,039 | 961 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 311 | 169 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 117 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 37 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 1,124 | 667 | 457 |
| Illiterate Population | 876 | 372 | 504 |
Nearby Villages of Mawa Brahmana
Mawa Brahmana is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dana | North | 1.30 km |
| Manani | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Garh | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Majhoor | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Basiara | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Lohara | South-West | 3.68 km |
| Jogiani | South-West | 4.77 km |
| Ghar | North-West | 4.79 km |
| Gurah Jagir | South | 4.80 km |
| Jad | South | 4.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mawa Brahmana
Mawa Brahmana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is S M V D Katra, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akhnoor to Mawa Brahmana is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Mawa Brahmana is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mawa Brahmana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawa Brahmana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mawa Brahmana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawa Brahmana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mawa Brahmana
Where is Mawa Brahmana located?
Mawa Brahmana village is located in Akhnoor Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mawa Brahmana?
The Gram Panchayat of Mawa Brahmana is Mawa Brahamana.
What is the pincode of Mawa Brahmana?
The pincode of Mawa Brahmana is 181201.
What is the population of Mawa Brahmana?
Mawa Brahmana has a total population of 2,000, including 1,039 males and 961 females.
How many households are there in Mawa Brahmana?
There are 430 households in Mawa Brahmana.
What is the literacy rate in Mawa Brahmana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawa Brahmana is 56.20%. Male literacy is 64.20% and female literacy is 47.55%.