Alowal
Alowal is a village located in Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Balachaur (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Alowal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Alowal unique in its vibrant Balachaur-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Alowal’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 Alowal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Alowal is 032512. The village spans a total geographical area of 232 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144525. Garhshankar is nearest town to Alowal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Alowal
Population of Alowal
According to the 2011 Census, Alowal has a total population of about 1,038, with approximately 505 males and 533 females. The sex ratio is around 1055 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 114 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 888 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 71.97%, with male literacy at about 77.23% and female literacy near 66.98%. There are around 201 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Alowal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,038 | 505 | 533 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 67 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 888 | 433 | 455 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 747 | 390 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 115 | 176 |
Connectivity of Alowal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Alowal. As per the 2011 stats, Alowal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Alowal
Knowing the nearby villages of Alowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Alowal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Alowal
- Where is Alowal located?
- Alowal village is situated in Balachaur Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Alowal?
- Alowal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Alowal?
- The pincode of Alowal is 144525, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Alowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Alowal is 1,038, with 505 males and 533 females.
- How many households are there in Alowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Alowal village has a total of 201 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Alowal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Alowal is 71.97%. The male literacy rate is 77.23%, while the female literacy rate is 66.98%.