Bagowal
Bagowal is a village located in Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Balachaur (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Bagowal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bagowal unique in its vibrant Balachaur-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Bagowal’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 Bagowal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bagowal is 032423. The village spans a total geographical area of 466 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144522. Balachaur is nearest town to Bagowal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Bagowal
Population of Bagowal
According to the 2011 Census, Bagowal has a total population of about 1,719, with approximately 917 males and 802 females. The sex ratio is around 874 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 177 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 732 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 68.70%, with male literacy at about 81.13% and female literacy near 54.49%. There are around 355 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bagowal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,719 | 917 | 802 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 94 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 732 | 389 | 343 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,181 | 744 | 437 |
| Illiterate Population | 538 | 173 | 365 |
Connectivity of Bagowal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bagowal. As per the 2011 stats, Bagowal 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bagowal
Knowing the nearby villages of Bagowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bagowal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bagowal
- Where is Bagowal located?
- Bagowal village is situated in Balachaur Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bagowal?
- Bagowal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bagowal?
- The pincode of Bagowal is 144522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bagowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bagowal is 1,719, with 917 males and 802 females.
- How many households are there in Bagowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bagowal village has a total of 355 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bagowal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bagowal is 68.70%. The male literacy rate is 81.13%, while the female literacy rate is 54.49%.