Purkhowal
About Purkhowal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Purkhowal village is 032002. Purkhowal village is located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Purkhowal village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 141 hectares. Purkhowal has a total population of 944 peoples, out of which male population is 481 while female population is 463. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 962 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of purkhowal village is 75.00% out of which 79.21% males and 70.63% females are literate. There are about 189 houses in purkhowal village. Pincode of purkhowal village locality is 144528.
Garhshankar is nearest town to purkhowal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Purkhowal
The population details of Purkhowal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 944 | 481 | 463 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 107 | 54 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 588 | 301 | 287 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 708 | 381 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 100 | 136 |
Connectivity of Purkhowal
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Purkhowal
Where is Purkhowal located?
Purkhowal village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purkhowal?
Purkhowal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Purkhowal?
The pincode of Purkhowal is 144528, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purkhowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purkhowal is 944, with 481 males and 463 females.
How many households are there in Purkhowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purkhowal village has a total of 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purkhowal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purkhowal is 75.00%. The male literacy rate is 79.21%, while the female literacy rate is 70.63%.