Hardu Malwara - Chowki Choura, Jammu
Hardu Malwara is a village situated in the Chowki Choura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 48 km from Akhnoor and around 75 km from Jammu. Rah serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Hardu Malwara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hardu Malwara is 005426. The village covers a total geographical area of 523.7 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Sunderbani is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Hardu Malwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hardu Malwara
According to the 2011 Census, Hardu Malwara village had a total population of 1,017 people, including 529 males and 488 females, living in 232 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.70%, with male literacy at 90.22% and female literacy at 70.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 120.
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 | 1,017 | 529 | 488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 79 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 60 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 711 | 406 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 123 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Hardu Malwara
Hardu Malwara 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 Hardu Malwara
Hardu Malwara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sunderbani to Hardu Malwara is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Hardu Malwara is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hardu Malwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hardu Malwara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hardu Malwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hardu Malwara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hardu Malwara
Where is Hardu Malwara located?
Hardu Malwara village is located in Chowki Choura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Hardu Malwara?
The Halqa Panchayat of Hardu Malwara is Rah.
What is the pincode of Hardu Malwara?
The pincode of Hardu Malwara is 181201.
What is the population of Hardu Malwara?
Hardu Malwara had a total population of 1,017, including 529 males and 488 females.
How many households are there in Hardu Malwara?
Hardu Malwara had 232 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hardu Malwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hardu Malwara was 80.70%. Male literacy was 90.22% and female literacy was 70.77%.