Withwan - Batala, Gurdaspur
Withwan is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Withwan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Withwan is 028521. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 143506 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Withwan 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 Withwan
As per Census 2011, Withwan village has a total population of 640 people, consisting of 334 males and 306 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 383 literate and 257 illiterate residents. Additionally, 424 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Withwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 640 | 334 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 46 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 424 | 212 | 212 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 231 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 103 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Withwan
Withwan 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 Withwan
Withwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Withwan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Withwan is about 32 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 Withwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Withwan 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Withwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Withwan 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 Withwan
Where is Withwan located?
Withwan village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Withwan?
Withwan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Withwan?
The pincode of Withwan is 143506.
What is the population of Withwan?
Withwan has a total population of 640, including 334 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Withwan?
There are 130 households in Withwan.
What is the literacy rate in Withwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Withwan is 59.84%. Male literacy is 69.16% and female literacy is 49.67%.