Sahowal

Sahowal is a village located in Ajnala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Ajnala (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Sahowal village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Sahowal unique in its vibrant Ajnala-Amritsar region. You’ll see Sahowal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Sahowal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sahowal is 037135. The village spans a total geographical area of 265 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143203. Ajnala is nearest town to Sahowal village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Sahowal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ajnala Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amritsar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Sahowal

According to the 2011 Census, Sahowal has a total population of about 356, with approximately 184 males and 172 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 46 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.34%, with male literacy at about 60.33% and female literacy near 50.00%. There are around 60 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sahowal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 356 184 172
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 46 28 18
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 197 111 86
Illiterate Population 159 73 86

Connectivity of Sahowal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sahowal. As per the 2011 stats, Sahowal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sahowal

Knowing the nearby villages of Sahowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sahowal.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sahowal

Where is Sahowal located?
Sahowal village is situated in Ajnala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahowal?
Sahowal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sahowal?
The pincode of Sahowal is 143203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sahowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sahowal is 356, with 184 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Sahowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sahowal village has a total of 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahowal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sahowal is 55.34%. The male literacy rate is 60.33%, while the female literacy rate is 50.00%.