Parowal
Parowal is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Parowal village is also a gram panchayat.
Parowal 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 Parowal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Parowal is 031997. The village spans a total geographical area of 158 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144528. Garhshankar is nearest town to Parowal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Parowal
Population of Parowal
Below is a concise population overview of Parowal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,253 | 646 | 607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 65 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 812 | 407 | 405 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 900 | 491 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 353 | 155 | 198 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Parowal village:
- The total population of Parowal village is around 1,253, including approximately 646 males and 607 females, with a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 121 children aged 0–6 years in Parowal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Parowal village has 812 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Parowal village is about 71.83%, with male literacy at 76.01% and female literacy at 67.38%.
- There are around 270 households in Parowal village.
Connectivity of Parowal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Parowal. As per the 2011 stats, Parowal 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Parowal
Knowing the nearby villages of Parowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Parowal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Parowal
- Where is Parowal located?
- Parowal village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Parowal?
- Parowal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Parowal?
- The pincode of Parowal is 144528, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Parowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Parowal is 1,253, with 646 males and 607 females.
- How many households are there in Parowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Parowal village has a total of 270 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Parowal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Parowal is 71.83%. The male literacy rate is 76.01%, while the female literacy rate is 67.38%.