Nuro Wal - Sultanpur Lodhi, Kapurthala
Nuro Wal is a village situated in the Sultanpur Lodhi tehsil of Kapurthala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sultanpur Lodhi and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Kapurthala . Nurowal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nuro Wal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuro Wal is 029373. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.29 hectares and falls under the 144628 pincode. Kapurthala is the nearest town.
Nuro Wal 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 Nuro Wal
As per Census 2011, Nuro Wal village has a total population of 468 people, consisting of 249 males and 219 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 321 literate and 147 illiterate residents. Additionally, 197 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nuro Wal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 468 | 249 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 26 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 101 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 178 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 71 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Nuro Wal
Nuro Wal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jagnaik | North-West | 0.99 km |
| Patti Safdarpur | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Hussian Pur Dulowal | North | 1.73 km |
| Sujo Kalia | North-East | 1.99 km |
| Saidpur | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Baja | North | 2.54 km |
| Mullan Haha | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Safardarpur | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Bidhipur | South | 3.10 km |
| Fateh Ali Kahnwala | West | 3.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nuro Wal
Nuro Wal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pajian, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.6 km.
| 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 Kapurthala to Nuro Wal is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nuro Wal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nuro Wal 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 Nuro Wal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nuro Wal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nuro Wal
Where is Nuro Wal located?
Nuro Wal village is located in Sultanpur Lodhi Tehsil, Kapurthala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nuro Wal?
The Gram Panchayat of Nuro Wal is Nurowal.
What is the pincode of Nuro Wal?
The pincode of Nuro Wal is 144628.
What is the population of Nuro Wal?
Nuro Wal has a total population of 468, including 249 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Nuro Wal?
There are 88 households in Nuro Wal.
What is the literacy rate in Nuro Wal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuro Wal is 68.59%. Male literacy is 71.49% and female literacy is 65.30%.