Begowal

Begowal is a village located in Pathankot tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Pathankot (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Begowal village is also a gram panchayat.

Begowal 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 Begowal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Begowal is 027655. The village spans a total geographical area of 54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143534. Dina Nagar is nearest town to Begowal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Begowal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,490 1,307 1,183
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 223 112 111
Scheduled Castes (SC) 457 245 212
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,039 1,112 927
Illiterate Population 451 195 256

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

  • The total population of Begowal village is around 2,490, including approximately 1,307 males and 1,183 females, with a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 223 children aged 0–6 years in Begowal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Begowal village has 457 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Begowal village is about 81.89%, with male literacy at 85.08% and female literacy at 78.36%.
  • There are around 495 households in Begowal village.

Connectivity of Begowal

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Begowal

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

Saidipur Rahimpur Pakho Chak Mahi Ul Dinpur Jani Chak Taragarh Bhatoia Rattangarh Darsopur Jhela Amda Gurdaspur Jhela Amda Shakargarh

Frequently Asked Questions about Begowal

Where is Begowal located?
Begowal village is situated in Pathankot Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Begowal?
Begowal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Begowal?
The pincode of Begowal is 143534, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Begowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Begowal is 2,490, with 1,307 males and 1,183 females.
How many households are there in Begowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Begowal village has a total of 495 households.
What is the literacy rate in Begowal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Begowal is 81.89%. The male literacy rate is 85.08%, while the female literacy rate is 78.36%.