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.
Here you can discover what makes Biggowal unique in its vibrant Mukerian-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Biggowal’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 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.
Google Map of Biggowal
Population of Biggowal
According to the 2011 Census, Biggowal has a total population of about 740, with approximately 363 males and 377 females. The sex ratio is around 1038 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 94 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 316 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 75.54%, with male literacy at about 77.96% and female literacy near 73.21%. There are around 151 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Biggowal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.