Melowal - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Melowal is a village situated in the R. S. Pura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from R.s.pora and around 25 km from Jammu. Kotli Shah Daula serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Melowal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Melowal is 006032. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.1 hectares and falls under the 181101 pincode. R.s.pora is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Melowal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the RS Pura South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Melowal
According to the 2011 Census, Melowal village had a total population of 749 people, including 384 males and 365 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.90%, with male literacy at 87.43% and female literacy at 74.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 655, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 749 | 384 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 50 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 655 | 336 | 319 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 542 | 292 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 92 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Melowal
Melowal 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 Melowal
Melowal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from R.s.pora to Melowal is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Melowal is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Melowal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Melowal 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 Melowal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Melowal 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 Melowal
Where is Melowal located?
Melowal village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Melowal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Melowal is Kotli Shah Daula.
What is the pincode of Melowal?
The pincode of Melowal is 181101.
What is the population of Melowal?
Melowal had a total population of 749, including 384 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Melowal?
Melowal had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melowal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Melowal was 80.90%. Male literacy was 87.43% and female literacy was 74.40%.