Sadhowal
Sadhowal is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Sadhowal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sadhowal unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Sadhowal’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 Sadhowal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sadhowal is 031996. The village spans a total geographical area of 151 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144528. Garhshankar is nearest town to Sadhowal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sadhowal
Population of Sadhowal
According to the 2011 Census, Sadhowal has a total population of about 907, with approximately 473 males and 434 females. The sex ratio is around 917 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 100 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 674 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 75.19%, with male literacy at about 78.22% and female literacy near 71.89%. There are around 182 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sadhowal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 907 | 473 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 59 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 674 | 339 | 335 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 682 | 370 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 103 | 122 |
Connectivity of Sadhowal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sadhowal. As per the 2011 stats, Sadhowal 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 Sadhowal
Knowing the nearby villages of Sadhowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sadhowal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sadhowal
- Where is Sadhowal located?
- Sadhowal village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sadhowal?
- Sadhowal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sadhowal?
- The pincode of Sadhowal is 144528, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sadhowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sadhowal is 907, with 473 males and 434 females.
- How many households are there in Sadhowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sadhowal village has a total of 182 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sadhowal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sadhowal is 75.19%. The male literacy rate is 78.22%, while the female literacy rate is 71.89%.