Madwal - Rajpura, Samba
Madwal is a village situated in the Rajpura tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 16 km from Samba and around 18 km from Samba. Mawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madwal is 006634. The village covers a total geographical area of 192 hectares and falls under the 184121 pincode.
Madwal 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 Madwal
According to the 2011 Census, Madwal village had a total population of 353 people, including 177 males and 176 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.38%, with male literacy at 80.13% and female literacy at 74.68%. 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 | 353 | 177 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 236 | 121 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 56 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Madwal
Madwal 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 Madwal
Public transport in the Madwal is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Madwal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Madwal 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 Madwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madwal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Madwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madwal 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Madwal
Where is Madwal located?
Madwal village is located in Rajpura Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Madwal is Mawa.
What is the pincode of Madwal?
The pincode of Madwal is 184121.
What is the population of Madwal?
Madwal had a total population of 353, including 177 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Madwal?
Madwal had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madwal was 77.38%. Male literacy was 80.13% and female literacy was 74.68%.