Balewal

Balewal is a village located in Malerkotla tehsil of Sangrur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Malerkotla (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Sangrur. As per 2009 stats, Balewal village is also a gram panchayat.

Balewal has its own place in the vibrant Sangrur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Balewal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balewal is 039465. The village spans a total geographical area of 293 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 148023. Malerkotla is nearest town to Balewal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Balewal

Below is a concise population overview of Balewal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,383 719 664
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 132 75 57
Scheduled Castes (SC) 587 298 289
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 977 533 444
Illiterate Population 406 186 220

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balewal village:

  • The total population of Balewal village is around 1,383, including approximately 719 males and 664 females, with a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 132 children aged 0–6 years in Balewal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balewal village has 587 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balewal village is about 70.64%, with male literacy at 74.13% and female literacy at 66.87%.
  • There are around 256 households in Balewal village.

Connectivity of Balewal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balewal. As per the 2011 stats, Balewal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Balewal

Knowing the nearby villages of Balewal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balewal.

Frequently Asked Questions about Balewal

Where is Balewal located?
Balewal village is situated in Malerkotla Tehsil, within the Sangrur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balewal?
Balewal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Balewal?
The pincode of Balewal is 148023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balewal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balewal is 1,383, with 719 males and 664 females.
How many households are there in Balewal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balewal village has a total of 256 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balewal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balewal is 70.64%. The male literacy rate is 74.13%, while the female literacy rate is 66.87%.