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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Supalwan village had a total population of 432 people, including 219 males and 213 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.57%, with male literacy at 93.16% and female literacy at 69.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 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 Halqa Panchayat of Supalwan?
The Halqa 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 had a total population of 432, including 219 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Supalwan?
Supalwan had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Supalwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Supalwan was 81.57%. Male literacy was 93.16% and female literacy was 69.27%.