Pathwar Village - Majalta, Udhampur
Pathwar is a village situated in the Majalta tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majalta and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Pathwar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pathwar is 005127. The village covers a total geographical area of 1590.8 hectares and falls under the 180017 pincode. Majalta is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Pathwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pathwar
As per Census 2011, Pathwar village has a total population of 2,269 people, consisting of 1,163 males and 1,106 females. The village has 431 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 345 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,054 literate and 1,215 illiterate residents. Additionally, 368 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 538 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pathwar are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,269 | 1,163 | 1,106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 345 | 186 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 368 | 195 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 538 | 275 | 263 |
| Literate Population | 1,054 | 599 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,215 | 564 | 651 |
Nearby Villages of Pathwar
Pathwar 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 Pathwar
Pathwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Majalta to Pathwar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Pathwar is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pathwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pathwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pathwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pathwar 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pathwar
Where is Pathwar located?
Pathwar village is located in Majalta Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pathwar?
Pathwar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pathwar?
The pincode of Pathwar is 180017.
What is the population of Pathwar?
Pathwar has a total population of 2,269, including 1,163 males and 1,106 females.
How many households are there in Pathwar?
There are 431 households in Pathwar.
What is the literacy rate in Pathwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pathwar is 46.45%. Male literacy is 51.50% and female literacy is 41.14%.