Mawa - Rajpura, Samba
Mawa is a village situated in the Rajpura tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 17 km from Samba and around 20 km from Samba. Mawa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawa is 006635. The village covers a total geographical area of 318 hectares and falls under the 181145 pincode.
Mawa 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 Mawa
As per Census 2011, Mawa village has a total population of 1,530 people, consisting of 800 males and 730 females. The village has 316 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,079 literate and 451 illiterate residents. Additionally, 439 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,530 | 800 | 730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 102 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 439 | 235 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 1,079 | 609 | 470 |
| Illiterate Population | 451 | 191 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Mawa
Mawa 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 Mawa
Mawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mawa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Mawa is about 20 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 Mawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawa 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mawa
Where is Mawa located?
Mawa village is located in Rajpura Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mawa?
Mawa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mawa?
The pincode of Mawa is 181145.
What is the population of Mawa?
Mawa has a total population of 1,530, including 800 males and 730 females.
How many households are there in Mawa?
There are 316 households in Mawa.
What is the literacy rate in Mawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawa is 70.52%. Male literacy is 76.13% and female literacy is 64.38%.