Bholewal
Bholewal is a village located in Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Balachaur (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Bholewal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bholewal unique in its vibrant Balachaur-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Bholewal’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 Bholewal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bholewal is 032520. The village spans a total geographical area of 111 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144524. Garhshankar is nearest town to Bholewal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Bholewal
Population of Bholewal
According to the 2011 Census, Bholewal has a total population of about 465, with approximately 250 males and 215 females. The sex ratio is around 860 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 51 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 69 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 64.30%, with male literacy at about 74.40% and female literacy near 52.56%. There are around 94 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bholewal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 465 | 250 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 299 | 186 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 64 | 102 |
Connectivity of Bholewal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bholewal. As per the 2011 stats, Bholewal 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bholewal
Knowing the nearby villages of Bholewal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bholewal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bholewal
- Where is Bholewal located?
- Bholewal village is situated in Balachaur Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bholewal?
- Bholewal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bholewal?
- The pincode of Bholewal is 144524, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bholewal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bholewal is 465, with 250 males and 215 females.
- How many households are there in Bholewal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bholewal village has a total of 94 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bholewal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bholewal is 64.30%. The male literacy rate is 74.40%, while the female literacy rate is 52.56%.