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.
Athwal 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 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.
Google Map of Athwal
Population of Athwal
Below is a concise population overview of Athwal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Athwal village:
- The total population of Athwal village is around 842, including approximately 446 males and 396 females, with a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 103 children aged 0–6 years in Athwal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Athwal village has 368 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Athwal village is about 60.57%, with male literacy at 64.13% and female literacy at 56.57%.
- There are around 169 households in Athwal village.
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) |
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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%.