Athwal

Athwal is a village located in Baba Bakala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Baba Bakala (tehsildar office) and 38km 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 Baba Bakala-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 037787. The village spans a total geographical area of 99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143202. Batala 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 842, with approximately 446 males and 396 females. The sex ratio is around 887 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 368 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 60.57%, with male literacy at about 64.13% and female literacy near 56.57%. There are around 169 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 842 446 396
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 103 61 42
Scheduled Castes (SC) 368 194 174
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 510 286 224
Illiterate Population 332 160 172

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 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ 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 Baba Bakala 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 143202, 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 842, with 446 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Athwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Athwal village has a total of 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Athwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Athwal is 60.57%. The male literacy rate is 64.13%, while the female literacy rate is 56.57%.