Basowal
Basowal is a village located in Anandpur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Anandpur Sahib (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Rupnagar. As per 2009 stats, Bassowal Colony is the gram panchayat of Basowal village.
Here you can discover what makes Basowal unique in its vibrant Anandpur Sahib-Rupnagar region. You’ll see Basowal’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 Basowal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basowal is 038362. The village spans a total geographical area of 146 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140123. Anandpur Sahib is nearest town to Basowal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Basowal
Population of Basowal
According to the 2011 Census, Basowal has a total population of about 2,455, with approximately 1,279 males and 1,176 females. The sex ratio is around 919 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 216 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 730 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 82.08%, with male literacy at about 85.30% and female literacy near 78.57%. There are around 504 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Basowal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,455 | 1,279 | 1,176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 117 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 730 | 376 | 354 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,015 | 1,091 | 924 |
| Illiterate Population | 440 | 188 | 252 |
Connectivity of Basowal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basowal. As per the 2011 stats, Basowal 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 Basowal
Knowing the nearby villages of Basowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basowal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Basowal
- Where is Basowal located?
- Basowal village is situated in Anandpur Sahib Tehsil, within the Rupnagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Basowal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Basowal is Bassowal Colony (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Basowal?
- The pincode of Basowal is 140123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Basowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basowal is 2,455, with 1,279 males and 1,176 females.
- How many households are there in Basowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Basowal village has a total of 504 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Basowal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basowal is 82.08%. The male literacy rate is 85.30%, while the female literacy rate is 78.57%.