Datewas - Budhlada, Mansa
Datewas is a village situated in the Budhlada tehsil of Mansa district, Punjab. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Budhlada and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Mansa. Datewas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Datewas is 036055. The village covers a total geographical area of 1015 hectares and falls under the 151502 pincode. Budhlada is the nearest town.
Datewas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Budhlada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bathinda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Datewas
According to the 2011 Census, Datewas village had a total population of 2,621 people, including 1,379 males and 1,242 females, living in 553 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.16%, with male literacy at 73.53% and female literacy at 53.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,081.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,621 | 1,379 | 1,242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 140 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,081 | 565 | 516 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,520 | 911 | 609 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,101 | 468 | 633 |
Nearby Villages of Datewas
Datewas 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 Datewas
Datewas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Datewas.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mansa to Datewas is about 27 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 Datewas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Datewas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Datewas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Datewas 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 Datewas
Where is Datewas located?
Datewas village is located in Budhlada Tehsil, Mansa district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Datewas?
Datewas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Datewas?
The pincode of Datewas is 151502.
What is the population of Datewas?
Datewas had a total population of 2,621, including 1,379 males and 1,242 females.
How many households are there in Datewas?
Datewas had 553 households.
What is the literacy rate in Datewas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Datewas was 64.16%. Male literacy was 73.53% and female literacy was 53.89%.