Harchowal
Harchowal is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Harchowal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Harchowal unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Harchowal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Harchowal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Harchowal is 028526. The village spans a total geographical area of 957 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143527. Qadian is nearest town to Harchowal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Harchowal
Population of Harchowal
According to the 2011 Census, Harchowal has a total population of about 5,291, with approximately 2,723 males and 2,568 females. The sex ratio is around 943 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 513 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 77 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.07%, with male literacy at about 68.05% and female literacy near 61.92%. There are around 973 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Harchowal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 5,291 | 2,723 | 2,568 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 513 | 282 | 231 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 35 | 42 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 3,443 | 1,853 | 1,590 |
Illiterate Population | 1,848 | 870 | 978 |
Connectivity of Harchowal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Harchowal. As per the 2011 stats, Harchowal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Harchowal
Knowing the nearby villages of Harchowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Harchowal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Harchowal
- Where is Harchowal located?
- Harchowal village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Harchowal?
- Harchowal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Harchowal?
- The pincode of Harchowal is 143527, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Harchowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Harchowal is 5,291, with 2,723 males and 2,568 females.
- How many households are there in Harchowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Harchowal village has a total of 973 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Harchowal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harchowal is 65.07%. The male literacy rate is 68.05%, while the female literacy rate is 61.92%.