Momanwal - Batala, Gurdaspur
Momanwal is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Momanwal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Momanwal is 028601. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 143506 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Momanwal 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 Momanwal
According to the 2011 Census, Momanwal village had a total population of 801 people, including 406 males and 395 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.81%, with male literacy at 75.14% and female literacy at 70.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 431.
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 | 801 | 406 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 60 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 431 | 222 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 506 | 260 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 146 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Momanwal
Momanwal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Langianwali | South-East | 1.04 km |
| Bolewal | South-West | 1.34 km |
| Mehmadpur | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Taka Pur | West | 2.38 km |
| Tapiala | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Boja | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Devidas Pura | South-West | 3.10 km |
| Shahpur | South-West | 3.27 km |
| Jamal Pur | South | 3.58 km |
| Sultanpur | East | 3.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Momanwal
Momanwal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Baba Bakalaraya, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Momanwal is about 59 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 Momanwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Momanwal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Momanwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Momanwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Momanwal
Where is Momanwal located?
Momanwal village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Momanwal?
Momanwal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Momanwal?
The pincode of Momanwal is 143506.
What is the population of Momanwal?
Momanwal had a total population of 801, including 406 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Momanwal?
Momanwal had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Momanwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Momanwal was 72.81%. Male literacy was 75.14% and female literacy was 70.49%.