Powal - Arnia, Jammu
Powal is a village situated in the Arnia tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Bishnah and around 28 km from Jammu. Chak Majra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Powal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Powal is 006258. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.1 hectares and falls under the 181131 pincode. Arnias is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Powal 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 Powal
According to the 2011 Census, Powal village had a total population of 600 people, including 319 males and 281 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.42%, with male literacy at 81.29% and female literacy at 69.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 307.
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 | 600 | 319 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 41 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 307 | 152 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 226 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 93 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Powal
Powal 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 Powal
Powal 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 Arnias to Powal is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Powal is about 28 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 Powal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Powal 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 Powal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Powal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Powal
Where is Powal located?
Powal village is located in Arnia Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Powal?
The Gram Panchayat of Powal is Chak Majra.
What is the pincode of Powal?
The pincode of Powal is 181131.
What is the population of Powal?
Powal had a total population of 600, including 319 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Powal?
Powal had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Powal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Powal was 75.42%. Male literacy was 81.29% and female literacy was 69.02%.