Athwal - Baba Bakala, Amritsar
Athwal is a village situated in the Baba Bakala tehsil of Amritsar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baba Bakala and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Amritsar . Athwal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athwal is 037787. The village covers a total geographical area of 99 hectares and falls under the 143601 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Athwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Majitha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amritsar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Athwal
As per Census 2011, Athwal village has a total population of 842 people, consisting of 446 males and 396 females. The village has 169 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 510 literate and 332 illiterate residents. Additionally, 368 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Athwal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 842 | 446 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 61 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 368 | 194 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 510 | 286 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 160 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Athwal
Athwal 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 Athwal
Athwal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Amritsar to Athwal is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Athwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athwal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Athwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Athwal
Where is Athwal located?
Athwal village is located in Baba Bakala Tehsil, Amritsar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athwal?
Athwal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Athwal?
The pincode of Athwal is 143601.
What is the population of Athwal?
Athwal has a total population of 842, including 446 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Athwal?
There are 169 households in Athwal.
What is the literacy rate in Athwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athwal is 60.57%. Male literacy is 64.13% and female literacy is 56.57%.