Bhilowal
Bhilowal 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, Bhilowal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bhilowal unique in its vibrant Amritsar I-Amritsar region. You’ll see Bhilowal’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 Bhilowal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhilowal is 037506. The village spans a total geographical area of 554 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143016. Amritsar is nearest town to Bhilowal village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Bhilowal 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.
Google Map of Bhilowal
Population of Bhilowal
According to the 2011 Census, Bhilowal has a total population of about 2,509, with approximately 1,270 males and 1,239 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 282 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 803 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 56.24%, with male literacy at about 58.19% and female literacy near 54.24%. There are around 484 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhilowal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,509 | 1,270 | 1,239 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 146 | 136 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 803 | 424 | 379 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,411 | 739 | 672 |
Illiterate Population | 1,098 | 531 | 567 |
Connectivity of Bhilowal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhilowal. As per the 2011 stats, Bhilowal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhilowal
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhilowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhilowal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhilowal
- Where is Bhilowal located?
- Bhilowal village is situated in Amritsar I Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhilowal?
- Bhilowal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bhilowal?
- The pincode of Bhilowal is 143016, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bhilowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhilowal is 2,509, with 1,270 males and 1,239 females.
- How many households are there in Bhilowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhilowal village has a total of 484 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhilowal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhilowal is 56.24%. The male literacy rate is 58.19%, while the female literacy rate is 54.24%.