Sawal - Sultanpur Lodhi, Kapurthala
Sawal is a village situated in the Sultanpur Lodhi tehsil of Kapurthala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sultanpur Lodhi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Kapurthala . Sawal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawal is 029402. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.17 hectares and falls under the 144626 pincode. Sultanpur Lodhi is the nearest town.
Sawal 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 Sawal
As per Census 2011, Sawal village has a total population of 819 people, consisting of 420 males and 399 females. The village has 157 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 580 literate and 239 illiterate residents. Additionally, 314 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 819 | 420 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 43 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 314 | 163 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 580 | 318 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 102 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Sawal
Sawal 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 Sawal
Sawal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sawal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Sawal 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 Sawal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawal 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sawal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawal 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 Sawal
Where is Sawal located?
Sawal village is located in Sultanpur Lodhi Tehsil, Kapurthala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawal?
Sawal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sawal?
The pincode of Sawal is 144626.
What is the population of Sawal?
Sawal has a total population of 819, including 420 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Sawal?
There are 157 households in Sawal.
What is the literacy rate in Sawal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawal is 70.82%. Male literacy is 75.71% and female literacy is 65.66%.