Dyal - Balachaur, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar
Dyal is a village situated in the Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balachaur and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . Dyal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dyal is 032511. The village covers a total geographical area of 323 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Dyal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dyal
As per Census 2011, Dyal village has a total population of 1,446 people, consisting of 693 males and 753 females. The village has 317 households and a sex ratio of 1,086 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,041 literate and 405 illiterate residents. Additionally, 545 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dyal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,446 | 693 | 753 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 85 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 545 | 268 | 277 |
| Literate Population | 1,041 | 530 | 511 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 163 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Dyal
Dyal 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 Dyal
Dyal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dyal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar to Dyal is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dyal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dyal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dyal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dyal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dyal
Where is Dyal located?
Dyal village is located in Balachaur Tehsil, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dyal?
Dyal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dyal?
The pincode of Dyal is 144521.
What is the population of Dyal?
Dyal has a total population of 1,446, including 693 males and 753 females.
How many households are there in Dyal?
There are 317 households in Dyal.
What is the literacy rate in Dyal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dyal is 71.99%. Male literacy is 76.48% and female literacy is 67.86%.