Biggowal

Biggowal is a village located in Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Mukerian (tehsildar office) and 82km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Bigowal is the gram panchayat of Biggowal village.

Biggowal has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Biggowal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Biggowal is 031238. The village spans a total geographical area of 170 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144306. Mukerian is nearest town to Biggowal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Biggowal

Below is a concise population overview of Biggowal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 740 363 377
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 94 49 45
Scheduled Castes (SC) 316 151 165
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 559 283 276
Illiterate Population 181 80 101

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Biggowal village:

  • The total population of Biggowal village is around 740, including approximately 363 males and 377 females, with a sex ratio of 1038 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 94 children aged 0–6 years in Biggowal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Biggowal village has 316 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Biggowal village is about 75.54%, with male literacy at 77.96% and female literacy at 73.21%.
  • There are around 151 households in Biggowal village.

Connectivity of Biggowal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Biggowal. As per the 2011 stats, Biggowal 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 Biggowal

Knowing the nearby villages of Biggowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Biggowal.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Biggowal

Where is Biggowal located?
Biggowal village is situated in Mukerian Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biggowal?
The Gram Panchayat of Biggowal is Bigowal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Biggowal?
The pincode of Biggowal is 144306, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Biggowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Biggowal is 740, with 363 males and 377 females.
How many households are there in Biggowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Biggowal village has a total of 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biggowal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Biggowal is 75.54%. The male literacy rate is 77.96%, while the female literacy rate is 73.21%.