Randwal - Ghagwal, Samba
Randwal is a village situated in the Ghagwal tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 11 km from Samba and around 14 km from Samba. Ghagwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Randwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Randwal is 006624. The village covers a total geographical area of 129 hectares and falls under the 184141 pincode.
Randwal 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 Randwal
According to the 2011 Census, Randwal village had a total population of 627 people, including 314 males and 313 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.48%, with male literacy at 92.28% and female literacy at 72.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51.
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 | 627 | 314 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 452 | 251 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 63 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Randwal
Randwal 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 Randwal
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Randwal. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Randwal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Samba to Randwal is about 14 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 Randwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Randwal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Randwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Randwal 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Randwal
Where is Randwal located?
Randwal village is located in Ghagwal Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Randwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Randwal is Ghagwal.
What is the pincode of Randwal?
The pincode of Randwal is 184141.
What is the population of Randwal?
Randwal had a total population of 627, including 314 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Randwal?
Randwal had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Randwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Randwal was 82.48%. Male literacy was 92.28% and female literacy was 72.83%.