Balowal Saunkhari - Balachaur, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar
Balowal Saunkhari is a village situated in the Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balachaur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . Ballowal Sounkri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balowal Saunkhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balowal Saunkhari is 032433. The village covers a total geographical area of 1454 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Balachaur is the nearest town.
Balowal Saunkhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Balowal Saunkhari
According to the 2011 Census, Balowal Saunkhari village had a total population of 440 people, including 243 males and 197 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 811 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.23%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 65.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 361.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 440 | 243 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 38 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 361 | 195 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 164 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 79 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Balowal Saunkhari
Balowal Saunkhari is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Balowal Saunkhari
Balowal Saunkhari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar to Balowal Saunkhari is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balowal Saunkhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balowal Saunkhari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balowal Saunkhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balowal Saunkhari 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Balowal Saunkhari
Where is Balowal Saunkhari located?
Balowal Saunkhari village is located in Balachaur Tehsil, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balowal Saunkhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Balowal Saunkhari is Ballowal Sounkri.
What is the pincode of Balowal Saunkhari?
The pincode of Balowal Saunkhari is 144521.
What is the population of Balowal Saunkhari?
Balowal Saunkhari had a total population of 440, including 243 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Balowal Saunkhari?
Balowal Saunkhari had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balowal Saunkhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balowal Saunkhari was 73.23%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 65.34%.