Dharmiwal
Dharmiwal is a village located in Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Shahkot (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Dharmiwal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dharmiwal unique in its vibrant Shahkot-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Dharmiwal’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 Dharmiwal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dharmiwal is 029726. The village spans a total geographical area of 136.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144703. Shahkot is nearest town to Dharmiwal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dharmiwal
Population of Dharmiwal
According to the 2011 Census, Dharmiwal has a total population of about 522, with approximately 263 males and 259 females. The sex ratio is around 984 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 50 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 99 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 64.18%, with male literacy at about 68.44% and female literacy near 59.85%. There are around 103 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dharmiwal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 522 | 263 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 20 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 52 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 335 | 180 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 83 | 104 |
Connectivity of Dharmiwal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dharmiwal. As per the 2011 stats, Dharmiwal 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dharmiwal
Knowing the nearby villages of Dharmiwal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dharmiwal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dharmiwal
- Where is Dharmiwal located?
- Dharmiwal village is situated in Shahkot Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dharmiwal?
- Dharmiwal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dharmiwal?
- The pincode of Dharmiwal is 144703, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dharmiwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dharmiwal is 522, with 263 males and 259 females.
- How many households are there in Dharmiwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dharmiwal village has a total of 103 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dharmiwal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dharmiwal is 64.18%. The male literacy rate is 68.44%, while the female literacy rate is 59.85%.