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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Mawa Karora village had a total population of 1,459 people, including 791 males and 668 females, living in 302 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.77%, with male literacy at 89.84% and female literacy at 72.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 586, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 102.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 Halqa Panchayat of Mawa Karora?
The Halqa 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 had a total population of 1,459, including 791 males and 668 females.
How many households are there in Mawa Karora?
Mawa Karora had 302 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawa Karora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawa Karora was 81.77%. Male literacy was 89.84% and female literacy was 72.15%.