Lalwan
Lalwan is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Lalwan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Lalwan unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Lalwan’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 Lalwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lalwan is 031840. The village spans a total geographical area of 1342 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144530. Mahilpur is nearest town to Lalwan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Lalwan
Population of Lalwan
According to the 2011 Census, Lalwan has a total population of about 1,341, with approximately 708 males and 633 females. The sex ratio is around 894 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 148 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 719 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 71.36%, with male literacy at about 75.85% and female literacy near 66.35%. There are around 270 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lalwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,341 | 708 | 633 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 77 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 719 | 364 | 355 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 957 | 537 | 420 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 171 | 213 |
Connectivity of Lalwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lalwan. As per the 2011 stats, Lalwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lalwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Lalwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lalwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lalwan
- Where is Lalwan located?
- Lalwan village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lalwan?
- Lalwan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Lalwan?
- The pincode of Lalwan is 144530, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lalwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lalwan is 1,341, with 708 males and 633 females.
- How many households are there in Lalwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lalwan village has a total of 270 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lalwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lalwan is 71.36%. The male literacy rate is 75.85%, while the female literacy rate is 66.35%.