Athwal
Athwal is a village located in Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Dera Baba Nanak (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Bhuller is the gram panchayat of Athwal village.
Here you can discover what makes Athwal unique in its vibrant Dera Baba Nanak-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Athwal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Athwal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Athwal is 028887. The village spans a total geographical area of 285 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143511. Batala is nearest town to Athwal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Athwal
Population of Athwal
According to the 2011 Census, Athwal has a total population of about 1,147, with approximately 604 males and 543 females. The sex ratio is around 899 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 121 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 41 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.57%, with male literacy at about 72.35% and female literacy near 66.48%. There are around 214 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Athwal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,147 | 604 | 543 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 69 | 52 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 798 | 437 | 361 |
Illiterate Population | 349 | 167 | 182 |
Connectivity of Athwal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Athwal. As per the 2011 stats, Athwal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Athwal
Knowing the nearby villages of Athwal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Athwal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Athwal
- Where is Athwal located?
- Athwal village is situated in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Athwal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Athwal is Bhuller (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Athwal?
- The pincode of Athwal is 143511, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Athwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Athwal is 1,147, with 604 males and 543 females.
- How many households are there in Athwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Athwal village has a total of 214 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Athwal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Athwal is 69.57%. The male literacy rate is 72.35%, while the female literacy rate is 66.48%.