Rawal - Sultanpur Lodhi, Kapurthala
Rawal is a village situated in the Sultanpur Lodhi tehsil of Kapurthala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sultanpur Lodhi and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Kapurthala . Rawal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rawal is 029504. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.31 hectares and falls under the 144626 pincode. Sultanpur Lodhi is the nearest town.
Rawal 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 Rawal
As per Census 2011, Rawal village has a total population of 152 people, consisting of 78 males and 74 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 90 literate and 62 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rawal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 152 | 78 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 16 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 64 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 44 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 34 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Rawal
Rawal 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 Rawal
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Rawal. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Rawal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kapurthala to Rawal is about 40 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 Rawal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rawal 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 Rawal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rawal 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 Rawal
Where is Rawal located?
Rawal village is located in Sultanpur Lodhi Tehsil, Kapurthala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rawal?
Rawal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rawal?
The pincode of Rawal is 144626.
What is the population of Rawal?
Rawal has a total population of 152, including 78 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Rawal?
There are 27 households in Rawal.
What is the literacy rate in Rawal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rawal is 59.21%. Male literacy is 56.41% and female literacy is 62.16%.