Feroze Sangowal - Bhulath, Kapurthala
Feroze Sangowal is a village situated in the Bhulath tehsil of Kapurthala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhulath and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Kapurthala . Froz Sangowal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Feroze Sangowal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Feroze Sangowal is 029059. The village covers a total geographical area of 242 hectares and falls under the 144621 pincode. Begowal is the nearest town.
Feroze Sangowal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bholath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Feroze Sangowal
As per Census 2011, Feroze Sangowal village has a total population of 658 people, consisting of 294 males and 364 females. The village has 171 households and a sex ratio of 1,238 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 431 literate and 227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Feroze Sangowal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 658 | 294 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 39 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 431 | 205 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 89 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Feroze Sangowal
Feroze Sangowal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Daulowal | South-West | 0.97 km |
| Miani-bhagu-purian | West | 1.26 km |
| Chak-purana | South | 1.27 km |
| Ballochak | North-East | 1.36 km |
| Fatehgarh Sikri | South | 2.01 km |
| Hussianpur | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Balla | North | 2.24 km |
| Chak-som | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Mandi Mand Kulla | West | 2.40 km |
| Chohan | North-East | 2.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Feroze Sangowal
Feroze Sangowal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Cholang, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kapurthala to Feroze Sangowal is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Feroze Sangowal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Feroze Sangowal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Feroze Sangowal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Feroze Sangowal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Feroze Sangowal
Where is Feroze Sangowal located?
Feroze Sangowal village is located in Bhulath Tehsil, Kapurthala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Feroze Sangowal?
The Gram Panchayat of Feroze Sangowal is Froz Sangowal.
What is the pincode of Feroze Sangowal?
The pincode of Feroze Sangowal is 144621.
What is the population of Feroze Sangowal?
Feroze Sangowal has a total population of 658, including 294 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Feroze Sangowal?
There are 171 households in Feroze Sangowal.
What is the literacy rate in Feroze Sangowal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Feroze Sangowal is 65.50%. Male literacy is 69.73% and female literacy is 62.09%.