Darewali - Batala, Gurdaspur
Darewali is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Darewali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darewali is 028582. The village covers a total geographical area of 289 hectares and falls under the 143506 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Darewali 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 Darewali
According to the 2011 Census, Darewali village had a total population of 1,351 people, including 703 males and 648 females, living in 248 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.17%, with male literacy at 75.69% and female literacy at 66.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 502.
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 | 1,351 | 703 | 648 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 90 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 502 | 264 | 238 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 849 | 464 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 502 | 239 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Darewali
Darewali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotli Lehal | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Kartar Pur | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Khasi | South | 2.06 km |
| Jamal Pur | West | 2.24 km |
| Chak Sidhwan | East | 2.73 km |
| Dakoha | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Rajadewal | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Langianwali | North-West | 3.23 km |
| Sultanpur | North | 3.46 km |
| Naurang Pur | South-West | 3.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darewali
Darewali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Beas, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gurdaspur to Darewali is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darewali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darewali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darewali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darewali 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 Darewali
Where is Darewali located?
Darewali village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darewali?
Darewali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darewali?
The pincode of Darewali is 143506.
What is the population of Darewali?
Darewali had a total population of 1,351, including 703 males and 648 females.
How many households are there in Darewali?
Darewali had 248 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darewali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darewali was 71.17%. Male literacy was 75.69% and female literacy was 66.38%.