Surjit Singhwala - Batala, Gurdaspur
Surjit Singhwala is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Dakhala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surjit Singhwala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surjit Singhwala is 028745. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 143506 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Surjit Singhwala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehgarh churian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surjit Singhwala
According to the 2011 Census, Surjit Singhwala village had a total population of 573 people, including 299 males and 274 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.52%, with male literacy at 85.44% and female literacy at 75.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 98.
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 | 573 | 299 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 51 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 223 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 76 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Surjit Singhwala
Surjit Singhwala is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Surjit Singhwala
Surjit Singhwala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Surjit Singhwala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Surjit Singhwala is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surjit Singhwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surjit Singhwala 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 Surjit Singhwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surjit Singhwala 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 Surjit Singhwala
Where is Surjit Singhwala located?
Surjit Singhwala village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surjit Singhwala?
The Gram Panchayat of Surjit Singhwala is Dakhala.
What is the pincode of Surjit Singhwala?
The pincode of Surjit Singhwala is 143506.
What is the population of Surjit Singhwala?
Surjit Singhwala had a total population of 573, including 299 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Surjit Singhwala?
Surjit Singhwala had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surjit Singhwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surjit Singhwala was 80.52%. Male literacy was 85.44% and female literacy was 75.11%.