Babowal
Babowal is a village located in Amritsar I tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Amritsar -i (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Babowal village is also a gram panchayat.
Babowal has its own place in the vibrant Amritsar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Babowal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Babowal is 037505. The village spans a total geographical area of 404 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143119. Majitha is nearest town to Babowal village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Babowal 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 Babowal
Below is a concise population overview of Babowal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,099 | 1,111 | 988 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 158 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 661 | 353 | 308 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,293 | 707 | 586 |
| Illiterate Population | 806 | 404 | 402 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Babowal village:
- The total population of Babowal village is around 2,099, including approximately 1,111 males and 988 females, with a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 266 children aged 0–6 years in Babowal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Babowal village has 661 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Babowal village is about 61.60%, with male literacy at 63.64% and female literacy at 59.31%.
- There are around 376 households in Babowal village.
Connectivity of Babowal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Babowal. As per the 2011 stats, Babowal 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 Babowal
Knowing the nearby villages of Babowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Babowal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Babowal
- Where is Babowal located?
- Babowal village is situated in Amritsar I Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Babowal?
- Babowal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Babowal?
- The pincode of Babowal is 143119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Babowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Babowal is 2,099, with 1,111 males and 988 females.
- How many households are there in Babowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Babowal village has a total of 376 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Babowal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Babowal is 61.60%. The male literacy rate is 63.64%, while the female literacy rate is 59.31%.