Pargwal - Pargwal, Jammu
Pargwal is a village situated in the Pargwal tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 25 km from Akhnoor and around 37 km from Jammu. Pargwal Lower serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pargwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pargwal is 005583. The village covers a total geographical area of 1551 hectares and falls under the 181207 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Pargwal 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 Pargwal
As per Census 2011, Pargwal village has a total population of 3,606 people, consisting of 1,850 males and 1,756 females. The village has 901 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 484 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,364 literate and 1,242 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,723 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pargwal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,606 | 1,850 | 1,756 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 484 | 273 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,723 | 888 | 835 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,364 | 1,285 | 1,079 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,242 | 565 | 677 |
Transport and Connectivity of Pargwal
Pargwal 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 Pargwal is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Pargwal is about 37 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 Pargwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pargwal 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 Pargwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pargwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pargwal
Where is Pargwal located?
Pargwal village is located in Pargwal Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pargwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Pargwal is Pargwal Lower.
What is the pincode of Pargwal?
The pincode of Pargwal is 181207.
What is the population of Pargwal?
Pargwal has a total population of 3,606, including 1,850 males and 1,756 females.
How many households are there in Pargwal?
There are 901 households in Pargwal.
What is the literacy rate in Pargwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pargwal is 65.56%. Male literacy is 69.46% and female literacy is 61.45%.