Adowali - Batala, Gurdaspur
Adowali is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Adowali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Adowali is 028650. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 143605 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Adowali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Adowali
As per Census 2011, Adowali village has a total population of 587 people, consisting of 301 males and 286 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 414 literate and 173 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Adowali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 587 | 301 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 37 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 220 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 81 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Adowali
Adowali 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 Adowali
Adowali is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Adowali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Gurdaspur to Adowali is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Adowali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Adowali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Adowali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Adowali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Adowali
Where is Adowali located?
Adowali village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Adowali?
Adowali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Adowali?
The pincode of Adowali is 143605.
What is the population of Adowali?
Adowali has a total population of 587, including 301 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Adowali?
There are 124 households in Adowali.
What is the literacy rate in Adowali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Adowali is 70.53%. Male literacy is 73.09% and female literacy is 67.83%.