Sarangwal
Sarangwal is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Sarangwal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sarangwal unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Sarangwal’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 Sarangwal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarangwal is 031836. The village spans a total geographical area of 117 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 146102. Mahilpur is nearest town to Sarangwal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sarangwal
Population of Sarangwal
According to the 2011 Census, Sarangwal has a total population of about 1,534, with approximately 798 males and 736 females. The sex ratio is around 922 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 154 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 616 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 73.73%, with male literacy at about 77.19% and female literacy near 69.97%. There are around 317 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sarangwal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,534 | 798 | 736 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 81 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 616 | 318 | 298 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,131 | 616 | 515 |
| Illiterate Population | 403 | 182 | 221 |
Connectivity of Sarangwal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarangwal. As per the 2011 stats, Sarangwal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sarangwal
Knowing the nearby villages of Sarangwal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarangwal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sarangwal
- Where is Sarangwal located?
- Sarangwal village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sarangwal?
- Sarangwal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sarangwal?
- The pincode of Sarangwal is 146102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sarangwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarangwal is 1,534, with 798 males and 736 females.
- How many households are there in Sarangwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sarangwal village has a total of 317 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sarangwal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarangwal is 73.73%. The male literacy rate is 77.19%, while the female literacy rate is 69.97%.