Nawan Pind Donewal - Shahkot, Jalandhar
Nawan Pind Donewal is a village situated in the Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkot and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Nawanpind Donewal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawan Pind Donewal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawan Pind Donewal is 029786. The village covers a total geographical area of 338.19 hectares and falls under the 144629 pincode. Lohian Khass is the nearest town.
Nawan Pind Donewal 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 Nawan Pind Donewal
According to the 2011 Census, Nawan Pind Donewal village had a total population of 1,770 people, including 902 males and 868 females, living in 360 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.20%, with male literacy at 83.48% and female literacy at 72.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 449.
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 | 1,770 | 902 | 868 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 109 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 449 | 233 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,245 | 662 | 583 |
| Illiterate Population | 525 | 240 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Nawan Pind Donewal
Nawan Pind Donewal 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 Nawan Pind Donewal
Nawan Pind Donewal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Nawan Pind Donewal 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 Nawan Pind Donewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawan Pind Donewal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nawan Pind Donewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nawan Pind Donewal 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 Nawan Pind Donewal
Where is Nawan Pind Donewal located?
Nawan Pind Donewal village is located in Shahkot Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nawan Pind Donewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawan Pind Donewal is Nawanpind Donewal.
What is the pincode of Nawan Pind Donewal?
The pincode of Nawan Pind Donewal is 144629.
What is the population of Nawan Pind Donewal?
Nawan Pind Donewal had a total population of 1,770, including 902 males and 868 females.
How many households are there in Nawan Pind Donewal?
Nawan Pind Donewal had 360 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nawan Pind Donewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawan Pind Donewal was 78.20%. Male literacy was 83.48% and female literacy was 72.97%.