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
As per Census 2011, Balowal Saunkhari village has a total population of 440 people, consisting of 243 males and 197 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 810 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 279 literate and 161 illiterate residents. Additionally, 361 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balowal Saunkhari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 440 | 243 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 38 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 361 | 195 | 166 |
| 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 has a total population of 440, including 243 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Balowal Saunkhari?
There are 92 households in Balowal Saunkhari.
What is the literacy rate in Balowal Saunkhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balowal Saunkhari is 63.41%. Male literacy is 67.49% and female literacy is 58.38%.