Dulowal - Dera Baba Nanak, Gurdaspur
Dulowal is a village situated in the Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dera Baba Nanak and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Doulowal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dulowal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dulowal is 028873. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 143513 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Dulowal 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 Dulowal
According to the 2011 Census, Dulowal village had a total population of 343 people, including 188 males and 155 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 824 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.07%, with male literacy at 86.42% and female literacy at 72.66%.
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 | 343 | 188 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 26 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 140 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 48 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Dulowal
Dulowal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malakpur | West | 0.82 km |
| Laqmanian | East | 0.86 km |
| Durgabad | South | 1.06 km |
| Bhagwanpur | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Arli Bhan | North | 1.79 km |
| Mastkot | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Dhesian | South | 2.04 km |
| Wadala Banger | East | 2.22 km |
| Khushipur | North | 2.30 km |
| Fajlabad | South-East | 2.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dulowal
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dulowal. The nearest railway station is Batala Sugar Mills, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.2 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Dulowal 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 Dulowal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dulowal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dulowal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dulowal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dulowal
Where is Dulowal located?
Dulowal village is located in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dulowal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dulowal is Doulowal.
What is the pincode of Dulowal?
The pincode of Dulowal is 143513.
What is the population of Dulowal?
Dulowal had a total population of 343, including 188 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Dulowal?
Dulowal had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dulowal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dulowal was 80.07%. Male literacy was 86.42% and female literacy was 72.66%.