Bazindowal - Phagwara, Kapurthala
Bazindowal is a village situated in the Phagwara tehsil of Kapurthala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phagwara and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Kapurthala . Wajidowal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bazindowal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bazindowal is 029615. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 144632 pincode. Phagwara is the nearest town.
Bazindowal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phagwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bazindowal
According to the 2011 Census, Bazindowal village had a total population of 477 people, including 243 males and 234 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.72%, with male literacy at 82.65% and female literacy at 76.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 221.
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 | 477 | 243 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 119 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 342 | 181 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 62 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Bazindowal
Bazindowal 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 Bazindowal
Bazindowal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bazindowal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kapurthala to Bazindowal is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bazindowal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bazindowal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bazindowal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bazindowal 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 Bazindowal
Where is Bazindowal located?
Bazindowal village is located in Phagwara Tehsil, Kapurthala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bazindowal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bazindowal is Wajidowal.
What is the pincode of Bazindowal?
The pincode of Bazindowal is 144632.
What is the population of Bazindowal?
Bazindowal had a total population of 477, including 243 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Bazindowal?
Bazindowal had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bazindowal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bazindowal was 79.72%. Male literacy was 82.65% and female literacy was 76.67%.