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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Melowal village has a total population of 749 people, consisting of 384 males and 365 females. The village has 157 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 542 literate and 207 illiterate residents. Additionally, 655 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Melowal are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Melowal?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 749, including 384 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Melowal?
There are 157 households in Melowal.
What is the literacy rate in Melowal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Melowal is 72.36%. Male literacy is 76.04% and female literacy is 68.49%.