Rupowal
Rupowal is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Rupowal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Rupowal unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Rupowal’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 Rupowal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rupowal is 031769. The village spans a total geographical area of 77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 146108. Garhshankar is nearest town to Rupowal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Rupowal
Population of Rupowal
According to the 2011 Census, Rupowal has a total population of about 591, with approximately 305 males and 286 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 49 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 348 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 75.97%, with male literacy at about 78.69% and female literacy near 73.08%. There are around 121 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rupowal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 591 | 305 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 348 | 179 | 169 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 449 | 240 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 65 | 77 |
Connectivity of Rupowal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rupowal. As per the 2011 stats, Rupowal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rupowal
Knowing the nearby villages of Rupowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rupowal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rupowal
- Where is Rupowal located?
- Rupowal village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rupowal?
- Rupowal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Rupowal?
- The pincode of Rupowal is 146108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rupowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rupowal is 591, with 305 males and 286 females.
- How many households are there in Rupowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rupowal village has a total of 121 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rupowal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rupowal is 75.97%. The male literacy rate is 78.69%, while the female literacy rate is 73.08%.