Bir Sobhuwal - Balachaur, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar
Bir Sobhuwal is a village situated in the Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balachaur and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . Sobhuwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bir Sobhuwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bir Sobhuwal is 032402. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Balachaur is the nearest town.
Bir Sobhuwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bir Sobhuwal
According to the 2011 Census, Bir Sobhuwal village had a total population of 80 people, including 46 males and 34 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 739 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.65%, with male literacy at 48.84% and female literacy at 48.39%.
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 | 80 | 46 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 25 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Bir Sobhuwal
Bir Sobhuwal 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 Bir Sobhuwal
Bir Sobhuwal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 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 Bir Sobhuwal is about 32 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 Bir Sobhuwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bir Sobhuwal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bir Sobhuwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bir Sobhuwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bir Sobhuwal
Where is Bir Sobhuwal located?
Bir Sobhuwal village is located in Balachaur Tehsil, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bir Sobhuwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bir Sobhuwal is Sobhuwal.
What is the pincode of Bir Sobhuwal?
The pincode of Bir Sobhuwal is 144521.
What is the population of Bir Sobhuwal?
Bir Sobhuwal had a total population of 80, including 46 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Bir Sobhuwal?
Bir Sobhuwal had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bir Sobhuwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bir Sobhuwal was 48.65%. Male literacy was 48.84% and female literacy was 48.39%.