Sakhowal

Sakhowal is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Sakhowal village is also a gram panchayat.

Sakhowal has its own place in the vibrant Gurdaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sakhowal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakhowal is 028562. The village spans a total geographical area of 400 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143516. Qadian is nearest town to Sakhowal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Sakhowal

Below is a concise population overview of Sakhowal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,560 799 761
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 195 112 83
Scheduled Castes (SC) 575 306 269
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 961 505 456
Illiterate Population 599 294 305

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sakhowal village:

  • The total population of Sakhowal village is around 1,560, including approximately 799 males and 761 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 195 children aged 0–6 years in Sakhowal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sakhowal village has 575 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sakhowal village is about 61.60%, with male literacy at 63.20% and female literacy at 59.92%.
  • There are around 303 households in Sakhowal village.

Connectivity of Sakhowal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakhowal. As per the 2011 stats, Sakhowal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sakhowal

Knowing the nearby villages of Sakhowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakhowal.

Nangal Jhawar Dhande Manesh Khojala Chinna Veeran Chak Bhagtupur Udhanwal Shahpur Araian Attepur Chhelowal Bhagtupur

Frequently Asked Questions about Sakhowal

Where is Sakhowal located?
Sakhowal village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakhowal?
Sakhowal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sakhowal?
The pincode of Sakhowal is 143516, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sakhowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakhowal is 1,560, with 799 males and 761 females.
How many households are there in Sakhowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sakhowal village has a total of 303 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakhowal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakhowal is 61.60%. The male literacy rate is 63.20%, while the female literacy rate is 59.92%.