Athwal

Athwal is a village located in Amritsar I tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Amritsar -i (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Athwal village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Athwal unique in its vibrant Amritsar I-Amritsar region. You’ll see Athwal’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 Athwal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Athwal is 037444. The village spans a total geographical area of 202 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143601. Majitha is nearest town to Athwal village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Athwal 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 Majitha 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 Athwal

According to the 2011 Census, Athwal has a total population of about 956, with approximately 502 males and 454 females. The sex ratio is around 904 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 103 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 442 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.04%, with male literacy at about 71.91% and female literacy near 65.86%. There are around 185 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Athwal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 956 502 454
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 103 59 44
Scheduled Castes (SC) 442 239 203
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 660 361 299
Illiterate Population 296 141 155

Connectivity of Athwal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Athwal. As per the 2011 stats, Athwal 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 <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Athwal

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Athwal

Where is Athwal located?
Athwal village is situated in Amritsar I Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athwal?
Athwal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Athwal?
The pincode of Athwal is 143601, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Athwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Athwal is 956, with 502 males and 454 females.
How many households are there in Athwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Athwal village has a total of 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Athwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Athwal is 69.04%. The male literacy rate is 71.91%, while the female literacy rate is 65.86%.