Okandwala

Okandwala is a village located in Jaitu tehsil of Faridkot district in Punjab, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Jaitu (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Faridkot. As per 2009 stats, Ukand Wala is the gram panchayat of Okandwala village.

Okandwala has its own place in the vibrant Faridkot 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 Okandwala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Okandwala is 035628. The village spans a total geographical area of 363 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 151205. Jaitu is nearest town to Okandwala village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Okandwala 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 Jaitu Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Faridkot 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 Okandwala

Below is a concise population overview of Okandwala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,291 672 619
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 122 58 64
Scheduled Castes (SC) 418 217 201
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 769 450 319
Illiterate Population 522 222 300

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Okandwala village:

  • The total population of Okandwala village is around 1,291, including approximately 672 males and 619 females, with a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 122 children aged 0–6 years in Okandwala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Okandwala village has 418 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Okandwala village is about 59.57%, with male literacy at 66.96% and female literacy at 51.53%.
  • There are around 256 households in Okandwala village.

Connectivity of Okandwala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Okandwala. As per the 2011 stats, Okandwala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Okandwala

Knowing the nearby villages of Okandwala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Okandwala.

Lambwali Dod Malla Bajakhana Rauwala Gobindgarh Wara Bhaika Romana Ajit Singh Ghanian Kothe Lal Premi Neor

Frequently Asked Questions about Okandwala

Where is Okandwala located?
Okandwala village is situated in Jaitu Tehsil, within the Faridkot district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Okandwala?
The Gram Panchayat of Okandwala is Ukand Wala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Okandwala?
The pincode of Okandwala is 151205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Okandwala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Okandwala is 1,291, with 672 males and 619 females.
How many households are there in Okandwala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Okandwala village has a total of 256 households.
What is the literacy rate in Okandwala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Okandwala is 59.57%. The male literacy rate is 66.96%, while the female literacy rate is 51.53%.