Athwal - Dera Baba Nanak, Gurdaspur
Athwal is a village situated in the Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dera Baba Nanak and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Athwal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athwal is 028887. The village covers a total geographical area of 285 hectares and falls under the 143511 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Athwal 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 Athwal
As per Census 2011, Athwal village has a total population of 1,147 people, consisting of 604 males and 543 females. The village has 214 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 798 literate and 349 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Athwal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,147 | 604 | 543 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 69 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 798 | 437 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 167 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Athwal
Athwal 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 Athwal
Public transport in the Athwal is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Athwal.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Athwal 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 Athwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athwal 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 Athwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athwal 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 Athwal
Where is Athwal located?
Athwal village is located in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athwal?
Athwal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Athwal?
The pincode of Athwal is 143511.
What is the population of Athwal?
Athwal has a total population of 1,147, including 604 males and 543 females.
How many households are there in Athwal?
There are 214 households in Athwal.
What is the literacy rate in Athwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athwal is 69.57%. Male literacy is 72.35% and female literacy is 66.48%.