Lagwal - Ramgarh, Samba
Lagwal is a village situated in the Ramgarh tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Samba and around 22 km from Samba. Logowal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lagwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lagwal is 006535. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.1 hectares and falls under the 181141 pincode.
Lagwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vijay pur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lagwal
According to the 2011 Census, Lagwal village had a total population of 1,097 people, including 544 males and 553 females, living in 259 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.22%, with male literacy at 88.82% and female literacy at 74.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35.
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 | 1,097 | 544 | 553 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 79 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 787 | 413 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 131 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Lagwal
Lagwal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Keso Manhasan | North-West | 1.36 km |
| Barota | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Chak Deoli | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Bajawati | East | 2.95 km |
| Chak Katlan | East | 3.46 km |
| Karali Kalan | North | 3.57 km |
| Chak Paras | South-West | 3.79 km |
| Ram Garh | North-West | 3.91 km |
| Chak Jhanda Singh | West | 4.14 km |
| Karali Khurd | North-West | 4.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lagwal
Lagwal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vijaypur Jammu, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.0 km.
| 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 Lagwal is about 22 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 Lagwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lagwal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lagwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lagwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lagwal
Where is Lagwal located?
Lagwal village is located in Ramgarh Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lagwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Lagwal is Logowal.
What is the pincode of Lagwal?
The pincode of Lagwal is 181141.
What is the population of Lagwal?
Lagwal had a total population of 1,097, including 544 males and 553 females.
How many households are there in Lagwal?
Lagwal had 259 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lagwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lagwal was 81.22%. Male literacy was 88.82% and female literacy was 74.21%.