Inderwal - Chhatroo, Kishtwar
Inderwal is a village situated in the Chhatroo tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatroo and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Kishtwar. Inderwal-b serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Inderwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Inderwal is 004759. The village covers a total geographical area of 1871.7 hectares and falls under the 182205 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Inderwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Inderwal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Inderwal
According to the 2011 Census, Inderwal village had a total population of 5,512 people, including 2,854 males and 2,658 females, living in 1,222 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.33%, with male literacy at 58.63% and female literacy at 32.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 416, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,424.
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 | 5,512 | 2,854 | 2,658 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,072 | 531 | 541 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 416 | 208 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,424 | 760 | 664 |
| Literate Population | 2,057 | 1,362 | 695 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,455 | 1,492 | 1,963 |
Nearby Villages of Inderwal
Inderwal 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 Inderwal
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Inderwal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kishtwar to Inderwal is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Inderwal is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Inderwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Inderwal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Inderwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Inderwal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Inderwal
Where is Inderwal located?
Inderwal village is located in Chhatroo Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Inderwal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Inderwal is Inderwal-b.
What is the pincode of Inderwal?
The pincode of Inderwal is 182205.
What is the population of Inderwal?
Inderwal had a total population of 5,512, including 2,854 males and 2,658 females.
How many households are there in Inderwal?
Inderwal had 1,222 households.
What is the literacy rate in Inderwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Inderwal was 46.33%. Male literacy was 58.63% and female literacy was 32.83%.