Kalewal - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Kalewal is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Kalewal Beet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalewal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalewal is 031967. The village covers a total geographical area of 168 hectares and falls under the 144527 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Kalewal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalewal
According to the 2011 Census, Kalewal village had a total population of 884 people, including 469 males and 415 females, living in 178 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.65%, with male literacy at 87.59% and female literacy at 73.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 472.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 884 | 469 | 415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 50 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 472 | 251 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 646 | 367 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 102 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Kalewal
Kalewal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kalewal
Kalewal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kalewal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Kalewal is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalewal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalewal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kalewal
Where is Kalewal located?
Kalewal village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kalewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalewal is Kalewal Beet.
What is the pincode of Kalewal?
The pincode of Kalewal is 144527.
What is the population of Kalewal?
Kalewal had a total population of 884, including 469 males and 415 females.
How many households are there in Kalewal?
Kalewal had 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalewal was 80.65%. Male literacy was 87.59% and female literacy was 73.04%.