Burewal - Shahkot, Jalandhar
Burewal is a village situated in the Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkot and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Burewal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Burewal is 029722. The village covers a total geographical area of 202 hectares and falls under the 144628 pincode. Shahkot is the nearest town.
Burewal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Burewal
According to the 2011 Census, Burewal village had a total population of 313 people, including 165 males and 148 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.27%, with male literacy at 72.73% and female literacy at 61.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 231.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 313 | 165 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 22 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 124 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 104 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 61 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Burewal
Burewal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Burewal
Burewal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Burewal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Burewal is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Burewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Burewal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Burewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Burewal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Burewal
Where is Burewal located?
Burewal village is located in Shahkot Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Burewal?
Burewal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Burewal?
The pincode of Burewal is 144628.
What is the population of Burewal?
Burewal had a total population of 313, including 165 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Burewal?
Burewal had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Burewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Burewal was 67.27%. Male literacy was 72.73% and female literacy was 61.48%.