Ogrewal - Batala, Gurdaspur
Ogrewal is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Ogrewal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ogrewal is 028858. The village covers a total geographical area of 118 hectares and falls under the 143514 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Ogrewal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ogrewal
According to the 2011 Census, Ogrewal village had a total population of 975 people, including 523 males and 452 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.33%, with male literacy at 83.74% and female literacy at 74.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 975 | 523 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 68 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 687 | 381 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 142 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Ogrewal
Ogrewal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Umarwala | West | 1.12 km |
| Chainewal | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Dalam | North-East | 1.48 km |
| Sarwali | South | 1.61 km |
| Kotli Upplan | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Raichack | North | 2.31 km |
| Chandu Manj | West | 2.33 km |
| Mirzajan | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Bhagowal | East | 2.77 km |
| Ror Khehra | North-East | 2.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ogrewal
Ogrewal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Batala Sugar Mills, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Ogrewal is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ogrewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ogrewal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ogrewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ogrewal 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 Ogrewal
Where is Ogrewal located?
Ogrewal village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ogrewal?
Ogrewal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ogrewal?
The pincode of Ogrewal is 143514.
What is the population of Ogrewal?
Ogrewal had a total population of 975, including 523 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Ogrewal?
Ogrewal had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ogrewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ogrewal was 79.33%. Male literacy was 83.74% and female literacy was 74.45%.