Powat
Powat is a village located in Samrala tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Samrala (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Powat village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Powat unique in its vibrant Samrala-Ludhiana region. You’ll see Powat’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 Powat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Powat is 033071. The village spans a total geographical area of 1670.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 141115. Machhiwara is nearest town to Powat village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Powat
Population of Powat
According to the 2011 Census, Powat has a total population of about 2,443, with approximately 1,255 males and 1,188 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 285 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 475 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 65.53%, with male literacy at about 68.76% and female literacy near 62.12%. There are around 466 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Powat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,443 | 1,255 | 1,188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 285 | 153 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 475 | 239 | 236 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,601 | 863 | 738 |
| Illiterate Population | 842 | 392 | 450 |
Connectivity of Powat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Powat. As per the 2011 stats, Powat 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Powat
Knowing the nearby villages of Powat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Powat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Powat
- Where is Powat located?
- Powat village is situated in Samrala Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Powat?
- Powat serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Powat?
- The pincode of Powat is 141115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Powat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Powat is 2,443, with 1,255 males and 1,188 females.
- How many households are there in Powat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Powat village has a total of 466 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Powat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Powat is 65.53%. The male literacy rate is 68.76%, while the female literacy rate is 62.12%.