Mawa Karora - Akhnoor, Jammu
Mawa Karora is a village situated in the Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akhnoor and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Gura Brahamana East serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mawa Karora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawa Karora is 005518. The village covers a total geographical area of 308.8 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 1.5 km away.
Mawa Karora 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 Karora
As per Census 2011, Mawa Karora village has a total population of 1,459 people, consisting of 791 males and 668 females. The village has 302 households and a sex ratio of 844 females per 1,000 males. There are 192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,036 literate and 423 illiterate residents. Additionally, 586 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 102 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mawa Karora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,459 | 791 | 668 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 102 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 586 | 315 | 271 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 53 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 1,036 | 619 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 423 | 172 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Mawa Karora
Mawa Karora is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mawa Karora
Mawa Karora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Karora is about 1.5 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Mawa Karora is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mawa Karora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawa Karora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mawa Karora
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 Karora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mawa Karora
Where is Mawa Karora located?
Mawa Karora village is located in Akhnoor Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mawa Karora?
The Gram Panchayat of Mawa Karora is Gura Brahamana East.
What is the pincode of Mawa Karora?
The pincode of Mawa Karora is 181201.
What is the population of Mawa Karora?
Mawa Karora has a total population of 1,459, including 791 males and 668 females.
How many households are there in Mawa Karora?
There are 302 households in Mawa Karora.
What is the literacy rate in Mawa Karora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawa Karora is 71.01%. Male literacy is 78.26% and female literacy is 62.43%.