Powadra
Powadra is a village located in Phillaur tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Phillaur (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Powadra village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Powadra unique in its vibrant Phillaur-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Powadra’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 Powadra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Powadra is 030022. The village spans a total geographical area of 730 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144036. Nurmahal is nearest town to Powadra village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Powadra
Population of Powadra
According to the 2011 Census, Powadra has a total population of about 2,221, with approximately 1,099 males and 1,122 females. The sex ratio is around 1020 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 189 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 703 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 68.89%, with male literacy at about 68.97% and female literacy near 68.81%. There are around 498 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Powadra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,221 | 1,099 | 1,122 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 102 | 87 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 703 | 343 | 360 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,530 | 758 | 772 |
Illiterate Population | 691 | 341 | 350 |
Connectivity of Powadra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Powadra. As per the 2011 stats, Powadra 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Powadra
Knowing the nearby villages of Powadra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Powadra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Powadra
- Where is Powadra located?
- Powadra village is situated in Phillaur Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Powadra?
- Powadra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Powadra?
- The pincode of Powadra is 144036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Powadra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Powadra is 2,221, with 1,099 males and 1,122 females.
- How many households are there in Powadra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Powadra village has a total of 498 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Powadra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Powadra is 68.89%. The male literacy rate is 68.97%, while the female literacy rate is 68.81%.