Depewal - Sultanpur Lodhi, Kapurthala
Depewal is a village situated in the Sultanpur Lodhi tehsil of Kapurthala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sultanpur Lodhi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Kapurthala . Depewal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Depewal is 029513. The village covers a total geographical area of 338.35 hectares and falls under the 144629 pincode. Sultanpur Lodhi is the nearest town.
Depewal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kartarpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Depewal
As per Census 2011, Depewal village has a total population of 1,248 people, consisting of 659 males and 589 females. The village has 252 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 805 literate and 443 illiterate residents. Additionally, 646 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Depewal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,248 | 659 | 589 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 88 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 646 | 334 | 312 |
| Literate Population | 805 | 439 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 220 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Depewal
Depewal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bara Budh Singh | South | 1.08 km |
| Tarf Behbal Bahadur | North-West | 1.34 km |
| Ugrupur | East | 2.15 km |
| Shatabgarh | West | 2.16 km |
| Jakopur Khurd | South | 2.29 km |
| Lohian Khas | South | 2.51 km |
| Tarf Hazi | North-West | 3.15 km |
| Derasaidan | North | 3.26 km |
| Farid Sarai | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Amarjitpur | East | 3.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Depewal
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Depewal. The nearest railway station is Sultanpur Lodi, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kapurthala to Depewal is about 30 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 Depewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Depewal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Depewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Depewal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Depewal
Where is Depewal located?
Depewal village is located in Sultanpur Lodhi Tehsil, Kapurthala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Depewal?
Depewal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Depewal?
The pincode of Depewal is 144629.
What is the population of Depewal?
Depewal has a total population of 1,248, including 659 males and 589 females.
How many households are there in Depewal?
There are 252 households in Depewal.
What is the literacy rate in Depewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Depewal is 64.50%. Male literacy is 66.62% and female literacy is 62.14%.