Janda Wal - Pulwama
Janda Wal is a village situated in the Pulwama tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from Pulwama, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Boonera serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Janda Wal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Janda Wal is 003211. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.7 hectares and falls under the 192301 pincode. Pulwama is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Janda Wal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Janda Wal
According to the 2011 Census, Janda Wal village had a total population of 1,049 people, including 551 males and 498 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.12%, with male literacy at 70.02% and female literacy at 56.05%.
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 | 1,049 | 551 | 498 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 94 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 570 | 320 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 479 | 231 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Janda Wal
Janda Wal 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 Janda Wal
Janda Wal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Janda Wal.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pulwama to Janda Wal is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Janda Wal is about 7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Janda Wal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Janda Wal 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 Janda Wal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Janda Wal 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 Janda Wal
Where is Janda Wal located?
Janda Wal village is located in Pulwama Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Janda Wal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Janda Wal is Boonera.
What is the pincode of Janda Wal?
The pincode of Janda Wal is 192301.
What is the population of Janda Wal?
Janda Wal had a total population of 1,049, including 551 males and 498 females.
How many households are there in Janda Wal?
Janda Wal had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Janda Wal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Janda Wal was 63.12%. Male literacy was 70.02% and female literacy was 56.05%.