Muridwal

Muridwal is a village located in Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Shahkot (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Muridwal village is also a gram panchayat.

Muridwal has its own place in the vibrant Jalandhar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Muridwal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Muridwal is 029801. The village spans a total geographical area of 307 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144701. Shahkot is nearest town to Muridwal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Muridwal

Below is a concise population overview of Muridwal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 864 449 415
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 70 36 34
Scheduled Castes (SC) 459 240 219
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 551 311 240
Illiterate Population 313 138 175

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Muridwal village:

  • The total population of Muridwal village is around 864, including approximately 449 males and 415 females, with a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 70 children aged 0–6 years in Muridwal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Muridwal village has 459 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Muridwal village is about 63.77%, with male literacy at 69.27% and female literacy at 57.83%.
  • There are around 163 households in Muridwal village.

Connectivity of Muridwal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Muridwal. As per the 2011 stats, Muridwal 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 village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Muridwal

Knowing the nearby villages of Muridwal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Muridwal.

Talwara Sichewali Nihaluwal Badli Badshahpur Mulewal Araian Janian Kohar Kalan Jafarwal Mianwal Araian Shekhewal

Frequently Asked Questions about Muridwal

Where is Muridwal located?
Muridwal village is situated in Shahkot Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muridwal?
Muridwal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Muridwal?
The pincode of Muridwal is 144701, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Muridwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Muridwal is 864, with 449 males and 415 females.
How many households are there in Muridwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Muridwal village has a total of 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Muridwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Muridwal is 63.77%. The male literacy rate is 69.27%, while the female literacy rate is 57.83%.