Rauwal - Dera Baba Nanak, Gurdaspur
Rauwal is a village situated in the Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dera Baba Nanak and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Rauwal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rauwal is 028900. The village covers a total geographical area of 320 hectares and falls under the 143605 pincode. Dera Baba Nanak is the nearest town.
Rauwal 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 Rauwal
According to the 2011 Census, Rauwal village had a total population of 1,236 people, including 648 males and 588 females, living in 245 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.40%, with male literacy at 82.07% and female literacy at 68.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 215.
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 | 1,236 | 648 | 588 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 96 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 124 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 794 | 453 | 341 |
| Illiterate Population | 442 | 195 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Rauwal
Rauwal 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 Rauwal
Public transport in the Rauwal is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Rauwal 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 Rauwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rauwal 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rauwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rauwal 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 Rauwal
Where is Rauwal located?
Rauwal village is located in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rauwal?
Rauwal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rauwal?
The pincode of Rauwal is 143605.
What is the population of Rauwal?
Rauwal had a total population of 1,236, including 648 males and 588 females.
How many households are there in Rauwal?
Rauwal had 245 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rauwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rauwal was 75.40%. Male literacy was 82.07% and female literacy was 68.06%.