Airwan - Nagri Parole, Kathua
Airwan is a village situated in the Nagri Parole tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 11 km from Kathua and around 11 km from Kathua. Airwan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Airwan is 001922. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 184151 pincode. Nagri is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Airwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kathua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Airwan
As per Census 2011, Airwan village has a total population of 391 people, consisting of 209 males and 182 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 239 literate and 152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 213 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Airwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 391 | 209 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 111 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 144 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 65 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Airwan
Airwan 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 Airwan
Airwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nagri to Airwan is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Airwan is about 11 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 Airwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Airwan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Airwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Airwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Airwan
Where is Airwan located?
Airwan village is located in Nagri Parole Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Airwan?
Airwan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Airwan?
The pincode of Airwan is 184151.
What is the population of Airwan?
Airwan has a total population of 391, including 209 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Airwan?
There are 76 households in Airwan.
What is the literacy rate in Airwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Airwan is 61.13%. Male literacy is 68.90% and female literacy is 52.20%.