Rauwal
Rauwal is a village located in Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Dera Baba Nanak (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Rauwal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Rauwal unique in its vibrant Dera Baba Nanak-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Rauwal’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 Rauwal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rauwal is 028900. The village spans a total geographical area of 320 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143511. Dera Baba Nanak is nearest town to Rauwal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Rauwal
Population of Rauwal
According to the 2011 Census, Rauwal has a total population of about 1,236, with approximately 648 males and 588 females. The sex ratio is around 907 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 183 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 215 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 64.24%, with male literacy at about 69.91% and female literacy near 57.99%. There are around 245 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rauwal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 794 | 453 | 341 |
| Illiterate Population | 442 | 195 | 247 |
Connectivity of Rauwal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rauwal. As per the 2011 stats, Rauwal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rauwal
Knowing the nearby villages of Rauwal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rauwal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rauwal
- Where is Rauwal located?
- Rauwal village is situated in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rauwal?
- Rauwal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Rauwal?
- The pincode of Rauwal is 143511, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rauwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rauwal is 1,236, with 648 males and 588 females.
- How many households are there in Rauwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rauwal village has a total of 245 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rauwal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rauwal is 64.24%. The male literacy rate is 69.91%, while the female literacy rate is 57.99%.