Raiwal - Shahkot, Jalandhar
Raiwal 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 50 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Raibwal Dona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raiwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raiwal is 029849. The village covers a total geographical area of 118 hectares and falls under the 144703 pincode. Shahkot is the nearest town.
Raiwal 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 Raiwal
As per Census 2011, Raiwal village has a total population of 612 people, consisting of 305 males and 307 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 406 literate and 206 illiterate residents. Additionally, 207 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raiwal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 612 | 305 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 207 | 97 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 207 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 98 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Raiwal
Raiwal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sidhupur | East | 1.09 km |
| Subuwal | West | 1.17 km |
| Sher Garhi | South-West | 1.20 km |
| Jamsher | South-West | 1.85 km |
| Lohian Khas | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Jakopur Khurd | North | 2.12 km |
| Nawan Pind Khakewal | South | 2.12 km |
| Kara Ram Singh | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Ghuduwal | East | 2.66 km |
| Jalalpur Khurd | South | 2.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raiwal
Public transport in the Raiwal is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lohian Khas Jn, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Raiwal is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raiwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raiwal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raiwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raiwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raiwal
Where is Raiwal located?
Raiwal village is located in Shahkot Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raiwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Raiwal is Raibwal Dona.
What is the pincode of Raiwal?
The pincode of Raiwal is 144703.
What is the population of Raiwal?
Raiwal has a total population of 612, including 305 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Raiwal?
There are 130 households in Raiwal.
What is the literacy rate in Raiwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raiwal is 66.34%. Male literacy is 67.87% and female literacy is 64.82%.