Argowal
Argowal is a village located in Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Dasua (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Argowal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Argowal unique in its vibrant Dasua-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Argowal’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 Argowal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Argowal is 030832. The village spans a total geographical area of 387 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144306. Dasua is nearest town to Argowal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Argowal
Population of Argowal
According to the 2011 Census, Argowal has a total population of about 2,082, with approximately 1,070 males and 1,012 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 191 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 770 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 75.79%, with male literacy at about 79.81% and female literacy near 71.54%. There are around 489 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Argowal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,082 | 1,070 | 1,012 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 101 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 770 | 401 | 369 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,578 | 854 | 724 |
| Illiterate Population | 504 | 216 | 288 |
Connectivity of Argowal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Argowal. As per the 2011 stats, Argowal 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Argowal
Knowing the nearby villages of Argowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Argowal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Argowal
- Where is Argowal located?
- Argowal village is situated in Dasua Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Argowal?
- Argowal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Argowal?
- The pincode of Argowal is 144306, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Argowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Argowal is 2,082, with 1,070 males and 1,012 females.
- How many households are there in Argowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Argowal village has a total of 489 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Argowal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Argowal is 75.79%. The male literacy rate is 79.81%, while the female literacy rate is 71.54%.