Danewal - Shahkot, Jalandhar
Danewal is a village situated in the Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkot and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Danewal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Danewal is 029719. The village covers a total geographical area of 397 hectares and falls under the 144041 pincode. Shahkot is the nearest town.
Danewal 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 Danewal
According to the 2011 Census, Danewal village had a total population of 1,172 people, including 628 males and 544 females, living in 230 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.38%, with male literacy at 79.50% and female literacy at 70.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 619.
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 | 1,172 | 628 | 544 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 67 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 619 | 331 | 288 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 796 | 446 | 350 |
| Illiterate Population | 376 | 182 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Danewal
Danewal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bahadarke | South | 2.08 km |
| Baghian | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Rame Taharpur | West | 3.13 km |
| Chakk Jindra | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Khairala Pur | South-East | 3.32 km |
| Parjian Kalan | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Chak Kanian Khurd | South-West | 3.54 km |
| Phakruwal | North-West | 3.70 km |
| Chak Fatehpur | South-West | 3.84 km |
| Hayatewal | South-East | 3.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Danewal
Danewal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malsian Shahkot, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Danewal is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Danewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Danewal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Danewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Danewal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Danewal
Where is Danewal located?
Danewal village is located in Shahkot Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Danewal?
Danewal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Danewal?
The pincode of Danewal is 144041.
What is the population of Danewal?
Danewal had a total population of 1,172, including 628 males and 544 females.
How many households are there in Danewal?
Danewal had 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Danewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danewal was 75.38%. Male literacy was 79.50% and female literacy was 70.71%.