Naiwala - Patran, Patiala
Naiwala is a village situated in the Patran tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patran and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Naiwala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naiwala is 036244. The village covers a total geographical area of 442 hectares and falls under the 147105 pincode. Patran is the nearest town.
Naiwala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shutrana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naiwala
As per Census 2011, Naiwala village has a total population of 1,357 people, consisting of 727 males and 630 females. The village has 291 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 797 literate and 560 illiterate residents. Additionally, 577 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naiwala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,357 | 727 | 630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 96 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 577 | 311 | 266 |
| Literate Population | 797 | 483 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 560 | 244 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Naiwala
Naiwala is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jogewala | South-West | 2.33 km |
| Matauli | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Gobindpura Alias Paind | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Rahimpur Alias Kangthala | South | 3.28 km |
| Shatrana | North | 3.36 km |
| Gulahar | South-West | 4.67 km |
| Nurpura | West | 4.86 km |
| Rasauli | North-East | 4.93 km |
| Gufurpura Alias Maulviwala | West | 5.77 km |
| Shergarh | South | 6.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naiwala
Naiwala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sajuma, while the nearest airport is Patiala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Patiala to Naiwala is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naiwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naiwala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Naiwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naiwala 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Naiwala
Where is Naiwala located?
Naiwala village is located in Patran Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naiwala?
Naiwala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Naiwala?
The pincode of Naiwala is 147105.
What is the population of Naiwala?
Naiwala has a total population of 1,357, including 727 males and 630 females.
How many households are there in Naiwala?
There are 291 households in Naiwala.
What is the literacy rate in Naiwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naiwala is 58.73%. Male literacy is 66.44% and female literacy is 49.84%.