Abdal - Dera Baba Nanak, Gurdaspur
Abdal is a village situated in the Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dera Baba Nanak and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Abdal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Abdal is 028944. The village covers a total geographical area of 284 hectares and falls under the 143604 pincode. Dera Baba Nanak is the nearest town.
Abdal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera baba nanak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Abdal
As per Census 2011, Abdal village has a total population of 784 people, consisting of 390 males and 394 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 404 literate and 380 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Abdal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 784 | 390 | 394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 68 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 53 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 404 | 210 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 380 | 180 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Abdal
Abdal 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 Abdal
Public transport in the Abdal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Abdal.
| 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Abdal is about 40 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 Abdal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Abdal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Abdal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Abdal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Abdal
Where is Abdal located?
Abdal village is located in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Abdal?
Abdal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Abdal?
The pincode of Abdal is 143604.
What is the population of Abdal?
Abdal has a total population of 784, including 390 males and 394 females.
How many households are there in Abdal?
There are 130 households in Abdal.
What is the literacy rate in Abdal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Abdal is 51.53%. Male literacy is 53.85% and female literacy is 49.24%.