Targwal - Akhnoor, Jammu
Targwal is a village situated in the Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akhnoor and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Targwal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Targwal is 005474. The village covers a total geographical area of 472.7 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Targwal 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 Targwal
As per Census 2011, Targwal village has a total population of 1,932 people, consisting of 975 males and 957 females. The village has 389 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 268 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,293 literate and 639 illiterate residents. Additionally, 300 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Targwal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,932 | 975 | 957 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 148 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 158 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,293 | 700 | 593 |
| Illiterate Population | 639 | 275 | 364 |
Nearby Villages of Targwal
Targwal 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 Targwal
Targwal 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 Targwal is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Targwal is about 36 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 Targwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Targwal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Targwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Targwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Targwal
Where is Targwal located?
Targwal village is located in Akhnoor Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Targwal?
Targwal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Targwal?
The pincode of Targwal is 181201.
What is the population of Targwal?
Targwal has a total population of 1,932, including 975 males and 957 females.
How many households are there in Targwal?
There are 389 households in Targwal.
What is the literacy rate in Targwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Targwal is 66.93%. Male literacy is 71.79% and female literacy is 61.96%.