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
As per Census 2011, Madwal village has a total population of 353 people, consisting of 177 males and 176 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 236 literate and 117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madwal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 353 | 177 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| 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 has a total population of 353, including 177 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Madwal?
There are 70 households in Madwal.
What is the literacy rate in Madwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madwal is 66.86%. Male literacy is 68.36% and female literacy is 65.34%.