Sawal
Sawal is a village located in Sultanpur Lodhi tehsil of Kapurthala district in Punjab, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Sultanpur Lodhi (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Kapurthala . As per 2009 stats, Sawal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sawal unique in its vibrant Sultanpur Lodhi-Kapurthala region. You’ll see Sawal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sawal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sawal is 029402. The village spans a total geographical area of 151.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144606. Sultanpur Lodhi is nearest town to Sawal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sawal
Population of Sawal
According to the 2011 Census, Sawal has a total population of about 819, with approximately 420 males and 399 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 71 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 314 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.82%, with male literacy at about 75.71% and female literacy near 65.66%. There are around 157 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sawal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 819 | 420 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 43 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 314 | 163 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 580 | 318 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 102 | 137 |
Connectivity of Sawal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sawal. As per the 2011 stats, Sawal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sawal
Knowing the nearby villages of Sawal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sawal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sawal
- Where is Sawal located?
- Sawal village is situated in Sultanpur Lodhi Tehsil, within the Kapurthala district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sawal?
- Sawal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sawal?
- The pincode of Sawal is 144606, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sawal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sawal is 819, with 420 males and 399 females.
- How many households are there in Sawal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sawal village has a total of 157 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sawal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sawal is 70.82%. The male literacy rate is 75.71%, while the female literacy rate is 65.66%.