Kalwal - Rajpura, Samba
Kalwal is a village situated in the Rajpura tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Samba and around 18 km from Samba. Chak Dulma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalwal is 006628. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 181145 pincode.
Kalwal 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 Kalwal
As per Census 2011, Kalwal village has a total population of 531 people, consisting of 287 males and 244 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 850 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 374 literate and 157 illiterate residents. Additionally, 137 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalwal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 531 | 287 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 45 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 72 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 212 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 75 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Kalwal
Kalwal 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 Kalwal
Kalwal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Samba to Kalwal is about 18 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 Kalwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalwal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kalwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalwal
Where is Kalwal located?
Kalwal village is located in Rajpura Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalwal is Chak Dulma.
What is the pincode of Kalwal?
The pincode of Kalwal is 181145.
What is the population of Kalwal?
Kalwal has a total population of 531, including 287 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Kalwal?
There are 95 households in Kalwal.
What is the literacy rate in Kalwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalwal is 70.43%. Male literacy is 73.87% and female literacy is 66.39%.