Naine Wal - Tapa, Barnala
Naine Wal is a village situated in the Tapa tehsil of Barnala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tapa and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Barnala. Nainewal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naine Wal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naine Wal is 040061. The village covers a total geographical area of 676 hectares and falls under the 148102 pincode. Bhadaur is the nearest town.
Naine Wal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhadaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangrur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naine Wal
According to the 2011 Census, Naine Wal village had a total population of 2,758 people, including 1,472 males and 1,286 females, living in 562 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.23%, with male literacy at 66.95% and female literacy at 59.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,159.
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 | 2,758 | 1,472 | 1,286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 174 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,159 | 621 | 538 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,553 | 869 | 684 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,205 | 603 | 602 |
Nearby Villages of Naine Wal
Naine Wal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sandhu Kalan | South-West | 2.43 km |
| Chhana Gulab Singh | West | 2.64 km |
| Patti Bir Singh Bhadaur | North | 2.64 km |
| Sandhu Khurd | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Balo Ke | South | 3.75 km |
| Ghanda Bana | West | 4.89 km |
| Sehna | East | 5.22 km |
| Burj Fatehgarh | South-East | 6.31 km |
| Patti Deep Singh Bhadaur | North | 6.60 km |
| Jangiana | North-West | 6.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naine Wal
Naine Wal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tapa, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.1 km.
| 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 Barnala to Naine Wal is about 26 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 Naine Wal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naine Wal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Naine Wal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naine Wal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Naine Wal
Where is Naine Wal located?
Naine Wal village is located in Tapa Tehsil, Barnala district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naine Wal?
The Gram Panchayat of Naine Wal is Nainewal.
What is the pincode of Naine Wal?
The pincode of Naine Wal is 148102.
What is the population of Naine Wal?
Naine Wal had a total population of 2,758, including 1,472 males and 1,286 females.
How many households are there in Naine Wal?
Naine Wal had 562 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naine Wal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naine Wal was 63.23%. Male literacy was 66.95% and female literacy was 59.07%.