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
As per Census 2011, Raiwal village has a total population of 801 people, consisting of 395 males and 406 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 517 literate and 284 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raiwal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 801 | 395 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 39 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| 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 has a total population of 801, including 395 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Raiwal?
There are 155 households in Raiwal.
What is the literacy rate in Raiwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raiwal is 64.54%. Male literacy is 66.58% and female literacy is 62.56%.