Pakhowal
Pakhowal is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Pakhowal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pakhowal unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Pakhowal’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 Pakhowal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pakhowal is 031957. The village spans a total geographical area of 246 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144528. Garhshankar is nearest town to Pakhowal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Pakhowal
Population of Pakhowal
According to the 2011 Census, Pakhowal has a total population of about 1,105, with approximately 569 males and 536 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 109 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 458 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 73.30%, with male literacy at about 80.49% and female literacy near 65.67%. There are around 236 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pakhowal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,105 | 569 | 536 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 54 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 458 | 231 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 810 | 458 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 111 | 184 |
Connectivity of Pakhowal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pakhowal. As per the 2011 stats, Pakhowal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pakhowal
Knowing the nearby villages of Pakhowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pakhowal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pakhowal
- Where is Pakhowal located?
- Pakhowal village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pakhowal?
- Pakhowal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pakhowal?
- The pincode of Pakhowal is 144528, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pakhowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pakhowal is 1,105, with 569 males and 536 females.
- How many households are there in Pakhowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pakhowal village has a total of 236 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pakhowal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pakhowal is 73.30%. The male literacy rate is 80.49%, while the female literacy rate is 65.67%.