Suttowal - Baba Bakala, Amritsar
Suttowal is a village situated in the Baba Bakala tehsil of Amritsar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baba Bakala and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Amritsar . Sattowal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suttowal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suttowal is 037818. The village covers a total geographical area of 171 hectares and falls under the 143203 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Suttowal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baba bakala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khadoor Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suttowal
According to the 2011 Census, Suttowal village had a total population of 870 people, including 445 males and 425 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.38%, with male literacy at 87.44% and female literacy at 75.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 244.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 870 | 445 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 47 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 119 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 638 | 348 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 97 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Suttowal
Suttowal 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 Suttowal
Suttowal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Suttowal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Amritsar to Suttowal is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suttowal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suttowal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Suttowal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suttowal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Suttowal
Where is Suttowal located?
Suttowal village is located in Baba Bakala Tehsil, Amritsar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suttowal?
The Gram Panchayat of Suttowal is Sattowal.
What is the pincode of Suttowal?
The pincode of Suttowal is 143203.
What is the population of Suttowal?
Suttowal had a total population of 870, including 445 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Suttowal?
Suttowal had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suttowal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suttowal was 81.38%. Male literacy was 87.44% and female literacy was 75.13%.