Wirkanwali ( - Zira, Ferozepur
Wirkanwali ( is a village situated in the Zira tehsil of Ferozepur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 14 km from Zira and around 27 km from Firozpur. Wirkan Wali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wirkanwali ( village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wirkanwali ( is 034354. The village covers a total geographical area of 302 hectares and falls under the 152005 pincode. Mallanwala Khass is the nearest town.
Wirkanwali ( village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Firozpur Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wirkanwali (
As per Census 2011, Wirkanwali ( village has a total population of 426 people, consisting of 220 males and 206 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 255 literate and 171 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wirkanwali ( are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 426 | 220 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 24 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 52 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 152 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 68 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Wirkanwali (
Wirkanwali ( 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ratta Khera Bhai Gulab Singh | West | 1.16 km |
| Holanwali | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Ratta Khera Baja Kotwal | West | 1.98 km |
| Bharana | North | 2.00 km |
| Mankianwali | East | 3.54 km |
| Wara Waryamsingh | South-East | 3.65 km |
| Khosa Dalsingh | North-East | 3.68 km |
| Sur Singhwala | North-West | 3.80 km |
| Marur | East | 4.12 km |
| Joianwala | South-East | 4.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wirkanwali (
Public transport in the Wirkanwali ( is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ferozeshah, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Firozpur to Wirkanwali ( is about 27 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 Wirkanwali (
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wirkanwali ( village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Wirkanwali (
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wirkanwali ( village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wirkanwali (
Where is Wirkanwali ( located?
Wirkanwali ( village is located in Zira Tehsil, Ferozepur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wirkanwali (?
The Gram Panchayat of Wirkanwali ( is Wirkan Wali.
What is the pincode of Wirkanwali (?
The pincode of Wirkanwali ( is 152005.
What is the population of Wirkanwali (?
Wirkanwali ( has a total population of 426, including 220 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Wirkanwali (?
There are 74 households in Wirkanwali (.
What is the literacy rate in Wirkanwali (?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wirkanwali ( is 59.86%. Male literacy is 69.09% and female literacy is 50.00%.