Raiwal - Shahkot, Jalandhar
Raiwal is a village situated in the Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkot and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Raibwal Bet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raiwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raiwal is 029772. The village covers a total geographical area of 263 hectares and falls under the 144629 pincode. Lohian Khass 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
According to the 2011 Census, Raiwal village had a total population of 801 people, including 395 males and 406 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.51%, with male literacy at 73.88% and female literacy at 69.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 68.
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 | 801 | 395 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 39 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 517 | 263 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 132 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Raiwal
Raiwal 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 Raiwal
Raiwal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Raiwal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Raiwal 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 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 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 Bet.
What is the pincode of Raiwal?
The pincode of Raiwal is 144629.
What is the population of Raiwal?
Raiwal had a total population of 801, including 395 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Raiwal?
Raiwal had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raiwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raiwal was 71.51%. Male literacy was 73.88% and female literacy was 69.21%.