Sadwal - Rajpura, Samba
Sadwal is a village situated in the Rajpura tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 23 km from Samba and around 23 km from Samba. Chak Dulma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sadwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sadwal is 006649. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 181145 pincode.
Sadwal 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 Sadwal
According to the 2011 Census, Sadwal village had a total population of 442 people, including 245 males and 197 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 804 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.41%, with male literacy at 97.70% and female literacy at 85.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 442 | 245 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 28 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 212 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 33 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Sadwal
Sadwal 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 Sadwal
Sadwal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sadwal.
| 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 Sadwal is about 23 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 Sadwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sadwal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sadwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sadwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sadwal
Where is Sadwal located?
Sadwal village is located in Rajpura Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sadwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sadwal is Chak Dulma.
What is the pincode of Sadwal?
The pincode of Sadwal is 181145.
What is the population of Sadwal?
Sadwal had a total population of 442, including 245 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Sadwal?
Sadwal had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sadwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sadwal was 92.41%. Male literacy was 97.70% and female literacy was 85.96%.