Bahowal
Bahowal is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Bahowal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bahowal unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Bahowal’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 Bahowal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bahowal is 031875. The village spans a total geographical area of 415 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 146101. Mahilpur is nearest town to Bahowal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Bahowal
Population of Bahowal
According to the 2011 Census, Bahowal has a total population of about 1,298, with approximately 656 males and 642 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 121 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 703 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 77.12%, with male literacy at about 78.81% and female literacy near 75.39%. There are around 308 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bahowal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,298 | 656 | 642 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 67 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 703 | 350 | 353 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,001 | 517 | 484 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 139 | 158 |
Connectivity of Bahowal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bahowal. As per the 2011 stats, Bahowal 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bahowal
Knowing the nearby villages of Bahowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bahowal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bahowal
- Where is Bahowal located?
- Bahowal village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bahowal?
- Bahowal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bahowal?
- The pincode of Bahowal is 146101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bahowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bahowal is 1,298, with 656 males and 642 females.
- How many households are there in Bahowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bahowal village has a total of 308 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bahowal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bahowal is 77.12%. The male literacy rate is 78.81%, while the female literacy rate is 75.39%.