Salowal

Salowal 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, Salowal village is also a gram panchayat.

Salowal 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 Salowal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salowal is 027636. The village spans a total geographical area of 108 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143534. Dina Nagar is nearest town to Salowal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Salowal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 546 281 265
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 68 38 30
Scheduled Castes (SC) 125 63 62
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 420 226 194
Illiterate Population 126 55 71

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

  • The total population of Salowal village is around 546, including approximately 281 males and 265 females, with a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 68 children aged 0–6 years in Salowal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Salowal village has 125 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Salowal village is about 76.92%, with male literacy at 80.43% and female literacy at 73.21%.
  • There are around 123 households in Salowal village.

Connectivity of Salowal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salowal. As per the 2011 stats, Salowal 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Salowal

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

Akhrota Man Mangal Sharaf Chak Baironpur Nangal Farida Malkana Hayati Chak Sherpur Giddarpur Danour Lahri Gujran Thakarpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Salowal

Where is Salowal located?
Salowal village is situated in Pathankot Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salowal?
Salowal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Salowal?
The pincode of Salowal is 143534, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salowal is 546, with 281 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Salowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salowal village has a total of 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salowal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salowal is 76.92%. The male literacy rate is 80.43%, while the female literacy rate is 73.21%.