Supwal - Vijaypur, Samba
Supwal is a village situated in the Vijaypur tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from Samba and around 4 km from Samba. Supwal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Supwal is 006473. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.6 hectares and falls under the 184120 pincode.
Supwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Supwal
As per Census 2011, Supwal village has a total population of 1,758 people, consisting of 901 males and 857 females. The village has 386 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 208 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,286 literate and 472 illiterate residents. Additionally, 444 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Supwal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,758 | 901 | 857 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 117 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 444 | 225 | 219 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,286 | 710 | 576 |
| Illiterate Population | 472 | 191 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Supwal
Supwal 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 Supwal
Supwal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Supwal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Samba to Supwal is about 4 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 Supwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Supwal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Supwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Supwal 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Supwal
Where is Supwal located?
Supwal village is located in Vijaypur Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Supwal?
Supwal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Supwal?
The pincode of Supwal is 184120.
What is the population of Supwal?
Supwal has a total population of 1,758, including 901 males and 857 females.
How many households are there in Supwal?
There are 386 households in Supwal.
What is the literacy rate in Supwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Supwal is 73.15%. Male literacy is 78.80% and female literacy is 67.21%.