Najwal - Ramgarh, Samba
Najwal is a village situated in the Ramgarh tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Samba and around 10 km from Samba. Debez Shahzada serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Najwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Najwal is 006415. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.4 hectares and falls under the 181141 pincode.
Najwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Najwal
According to the 2011 Census, Najwal village had a total population of 206 people, including 110 males and 96 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.29%, with male literacy at 81.11% and female literacy at 75.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 87.
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 | 206 | 110 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 20 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 47 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 73 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 37 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Najwal
Najwal 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 Najwal
Najwal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Najwal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Samba to Najwal is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Najwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Najwal 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 Najwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Najwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Najwal
Where is Najwal located?
Najwal village is located in Ramgarh Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Najwal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Najwal is Debez Shahzada.
What is the pincode of Najwal?
The pincode of Najwal is 181141.
What is the population of Najwal?
Najwal had a total population of 206, including 110 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Najwal?
Najwal had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Najwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Najwal was 78.29%. Male literacy was 81.11% and female literacy was 75.29%.