Athwal - Kalanaur, Gurdaspur
Athwal is a village situated in the Kalanaur tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from Gurdaspur and around 25 km from Gurdaspur. Athwal Near Kala Goraya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Athwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athwal is 028056. The village covers a total geographical area of 195 hectares and falls under the 143512 pincode. Dhariwal is the nearest town.
Athwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Athwal
According to the 2011 Census, Athwal village had a total population of 469 people, including 234 males and 235 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.73%, with male literacy at 87.02% and female literacy at 80.56%.
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 | 469 | 234 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 26 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 181 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 53 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Athwal
Athwal 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 Athwal
Public transport in the Athwal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Athwal.
| 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Athwal is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Athwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athwal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Athwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Athwal
Where is Athwal located?
Athwal village is located in Kalanaur Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Athwal is Athwal Near Kala Goraya.
What is the pincode of Athwal?
The pincode of Athwal is 143512.
What is the population of Athwal?
Athwal had a total population of 469, including 234 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Athwal?
Athwal had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Athwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athwal was 83.73%. Male literacy was 87.02% and female literacy was 80.56%.