Vero Nangal - Batala, Gurdaspur
Vero Nangal is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Purana Vairo Nangal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vero Nangal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vero Nangal is 028651. The village covers a total geographical area of 369 hectares and falls under the 143506 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Vero Nangal 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 Vero Nangal
According to the 2011 Census, Vero Nangal village had a total population of 1,963 people, including 1,037 males and 926 females, living in 366 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.85%, with male literacy at 76.35% and female literacy at 69.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 612.
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 | 1,963 | 1,037 | 926 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 128 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 612 | 328 | 284 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,264 | 694 | 570 |
| Illiterate Population | 699 | 343 | 356 |
Nearby Villages of Vero Nangal
Vero Nangal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arjan Manga | West | 1.60 km |
| Bure Nangal | East | 1.69 km |
| Ladho Bhana | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Rangar Nangal | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Malik Nangal | South | 2.38 km |
| Suro Paddah | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Zahadpur | North | 2.64 km |
| Machhike | East | 3.01 km |
| Sekhwan | North | 3.55 km |
| Bujianwali | East | 4.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vero Nangal
Public transport in the Vero Nangal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Batala Junction, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Vero Nangal is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vero Nangal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vero Nangal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vero Nangal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vero Nangal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vero Nangal
Where is Vero Nangal located?
Vero Nangal village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vero Nangal?
The Gram Panchayat of Vero Nangal is Purana Vairo Nangal.
What is the pincode of Vero Nangal?
The pincode of Vero Nangal is 143506.
What is the population of Vero Nangal?
Vero Nangal had a total population of 1,963, including 1,037 males and 926 females.
How many households are there in Vero Nangal?
Vero Nangal had 366 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vero Nangal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vero Nangal was 72.85%. Male literacy was 76.35% and female literacy was 69.01%.