Pakhowal

Pakhowal is a village located in Gurdaspur tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Gurdaspur (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Pakhowal village is also a gram panchayat.

Pakhowal has its own place in the vibrant Gurdaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Pakhowal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pakhowal is 028201. The village spans a total geographical area of 247 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143521. Dina Nagar is nearest town to Pakhowal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Pakhowal

Below is a concise population overview of Pakhowal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,187 609 578
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 130 65 65
Scheduled Castes (SC) 613 312 301
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 886 476 410
Illiterate Population 301 133 168

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pakhowal village:

  • The total population of Pakhowal village is around 1,187, including approximately 609 males and 578 females, with a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 130 children aged 0–6 years in Pakhowal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pakhowal village has 613 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pakhowal village is about 74.64%, with male literacy at 78.16% and female literacy at 70.93%.
  • There are around 213 households in Pakhowal village.

Connectivity of Pakhowal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pakhowal. As per the 2011 stats, Pakhowal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Pakhowal

Knowing the nearby villages of Pakhowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pakhowal.

Chechian Chhaurian Khera Dalelpur Chhina Bet Nadala Lahri Viran Talabpur Sirkian Sihowal Anandpur Rasulpur Gagrotian

Frequently Asked Questions about Pakhowal

Where is Pakhowal located?
Pakhowal village is situated in Gurdaspur Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pakhowal?
Pakhowal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Pakhowal?
The pincode of Pakhowal is 143521, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pakhowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pakhowal is 1,187, with 609 males and 578 females.
How many households are there in Pakhowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pakhowal village has a total of 213 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pakhowal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pakhowal is 74.64%. The male literacy rate is 78.16%, while the female literacy rate is 70.93%.