Okandwala
About Okandwala
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Okandwala village is 035628. Okandwala village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 363 hectares. Okandwala has a total population of 1,291 peoples, out of which male population is 672 while female population is 619. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 921 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of okandwala village is 59.57% out of which 66.96% males and 51.53% females are literate. There are about 256 houses in okandwala village. Pincode of okandwala village locality is 151205.
When it comes to administration, Okandwala village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Okandwala village comes under Jaitu Vidhan Sabha constituency & Faridkot Lok Sabha constituency. Jaitu is nearest town to okandwala village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Okandwala
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,291 | 672 | 619 |
| Literate Population | 769 | 450 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 522 | 222 | 300 |
Connectivity of Okandwala
| 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 |
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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%.