Papial
Papial is a village located in Pathankot tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Pathankot (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Papial village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Papial unique in its vibrant Pathankot-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Papial’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 Papial
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Papial is 027569. The village spans a total geographical area of 110 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 145025. Pathankot is nearest town to Papial village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Papial
Population of Papial
According to the 2011 Census, Papial has a total population of about 411, with approximately 214 males and 197 females. The sex ratio is around 920 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 48 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 257 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 72.99%, with male literacy at about 79.44% and female literacy near 65.99%. There are around 84 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Papial's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 411 | 214 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 257 | 137 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 300 | 170 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 44 | 67 |
Connectivity of Papial
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Papial. As per the 2011 stats, Papial 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Papial
Knowing the nearby villages of Papial helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Papial.
Frequently Asked Questions about Papial
- Where is Papial located?
- Papial village is situated in Pathankot Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Papial?
- Papial serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Papial?
- The pincode of Papial is 145025, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Papial as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Papial is 411, with 214 males and 197 females.
- How many households are there in Papial as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Papial village has a total of 84 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Papial as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Papial is 72.99%. The male literacy rate is 79.44%, while the female literacy rate is 65.99%.