Sangwali - Ghagwal, Samba
Sangwali is a village situated in the Ghagwal tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 16 km from Samba and around 16 km from Samba. Sangwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sangwali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sangwali is 006335. The village covers a total geographical area of 303.9 hectares and falls under the 184141 pincode.
Sangwali 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 Sangwali
As per Census 2011, Sangwali village has a total population of 1,265 people, consisting of 697 males and 568 females. The village has 235 households and a sex ratio of 814 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 910 literate and 355 illiterate residents. Additionally, 268 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sangwali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,265 | 697 | 568 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 89 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 150 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 910 | 536 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 161 | 194 |
Transport and Connectivity of Sangwali
Sangwali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sangwali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sangwali is about 16 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 Sangwali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sangwali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sangwali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sangwali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sangwali
Where is Sangwali located?
Sangwali village is located in Ghagwal Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sangwali?
The Gram Panchayat of Sangwali is Sangwal.
What is the pincode of Sangwali?
The pincode of Sangwali is 184141.
What is the population of Sangwali?
Sangwali has a total population of 1,265, including 697 males and 568 females.
How many households are there in Sangwali?
There are 235 households in Sangwali.
What is the literacy rate in Sangwali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sangwali is 71.94%. Male literacy is 76.90% and female literacy is 65.85%.