Radial - Ghagwal, Samba
Radial is a village situated in the Ghagwal tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from Samba and around 9 km from Samba. Patyari Katal serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Radial village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Radial is 006611. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 184141 pincode.
Radial village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Samba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Radial
According to the 2011 Census, Radial village had a total population of 287 people, including 160 males and 127 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 794 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.09%, with male literacy at 89.66% and female literacy at 77.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31.
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 | 287 | 160 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 19 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 130 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 30 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Radial
Radial 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 Radial
Radial 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 Radial.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Samba to Radial is about 9 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 Radial
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Radial village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Radial
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Radial village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Radial
Where is Radial located?
Radial village is located in Ghagwal Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Radial?
The Halqa Panchayat of Radial is Patyari Katal.
What is the pincode of Radial?
The pincode of Radial is 184141.
What is the population of Radial?
Radial had a total population of 287, including 160 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Radial?
Radial had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Radial?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Radial was 84.09%. Male literacy was 89.66% and female literacy was 77.31%.