Dadewal
Dadewal is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Dandewal is the gram panchayat of Dadewal village.
Here you can discover what makes Dadewal unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Dadewal’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 Dadewal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dadewal is 031912. The village spans a total geographical area of 174 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 146109. Garhshankar is nearest town to Dadewal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dadewal
Population of Dadewal
According to the 2011 Census, Dadewal has a total population of about 622, with approximately 303 males and 319 females. The sex ratio is around 1052 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 66 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 282 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 70.26%, with male literacy at about 74.92% and female literacy near 65.83%. There are around 136 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dadewal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 622 | 303 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 145 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 437 | 227 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 76 | 109 |
Connectivity of Dadewal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dadewal. As per the 2011 stats, Dadewal 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 Dadewal
Knowing the nearby villages of Dadewal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dadewal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dadewal
- Where is Dadewal located?
- Dadewal village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dadewal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dadewal is Dandewal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dadewal?
- The pincode of Dadewal is 146109, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dadewal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dadewal is 622, with 303 males and 319 females.
- How many households are there in Dadewal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dadewal village has a total of 136 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dadewal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dadewal is 70.26%. The male literacy rate is 74.92%, while the female literacy rate is 65.83%.