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.

Pakhowal has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Pakhowal

Below is a concise population overview of Pakhowal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pakhowal village:

  • The total population of Pakhowal village is around 1,105, including approximately 569 males and 536 females, with a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 109 children aged 0–6 years in Pakhowal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pakhowal village has 458 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pakhowal village is about 73.30%, with male literacy at 80.49% and female literacy at 65.67%.
  • There are around 236 households in Pakhowal village.

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.

Abhowal Kukran Hyatpur Bariana Bharowal Bihran Satnaur Salempur Badesron Jiwanpur Gujran Akalgarh

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%.