Supalwan - Hiranagar, Kathua
Supalwan is a village situated in the Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiranagar and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Chak Bhagwna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Supalwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Supalwan is 002097. The village covers a total geographical area of 185 hectares and falls under the 184148 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Supalwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Supalwan
As per Census 2011, Supalwan village has a total population of 432 people, consisting of 219 males and 213 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 301 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Supalwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 432 | 219 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 29 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 301 | 177 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 42 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Supalwan
Supalwan 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 Supalwan
Supalwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Supalwan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiranagar to Supalwan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Supalwan 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 Supalwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Supalwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Supalwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Supalwan 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 Supalwan
Where is Supalwan located?
Supalwan village is located in Hiranagar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Supalwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Supalwan is Chak Bhagwna.
What is the pincode of Supalwan?
The pincode of Supalwan is 184148.
What is the population of Supalwan?
Supalwan has a total population of 432, including 219 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Supalwan?
There are 76 households in Supalwan.
What is the literacy rate in Supalwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Supalwan is 69.68%. Male literacy is 80.82% and female literacy is 58.22%.