Parsowal
Parsowal is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 39km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Parsowal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Parsowal unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Parsowal’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 Parsowal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Parsowal is 031831. The village spans a total geographical area of 162 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 146102. Mahilpur is nearest town to Parsowal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Parsowal
Population of Parsowal
According to the 2011 Census, Parsowal has a total population of about 800, with approximately 402 males and 398 females. The sex ratio is around 990 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 84 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 300 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 77.13%, with male literacy at about 79.60% and female literacy near 74.62%. There are around 161 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Parsowal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 800 | 402 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 39 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 150 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 617 | 320 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 82 | 101 |
Connectivity of Parsowal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Parsowal. As per the 2011 stats, Parsowal 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 Parsowal
Knowing the nearby villages of Parsowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Parsowal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Parsowal
- Where is Parsowal located?
- Parsowal village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Parsowal?
- Parsowal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Parsowal?
- The pincode of Parsowal is 146102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Parsowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Parsowal is 800, with 402 males and 398 females.
- How many households are there in Parsowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Parsowal village has a total of 161 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Parsowal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Parsowal is 77.13%. The male literacy rate is 79.60%, while the female literacy rate is 74.62%.