Jeowal - Balachaur, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar
Jeowal is a village situated in the Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balachaur and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . Jeowal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jeowal is 032384. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Balachaur is the nearest town.
Jeowal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jeowal
As per Census 2011, Jeowal village has a total population of 289 people, consisting of 152 males and 137 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 211 literate and 78 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jeowal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 289 | 152 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 40 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 120 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 32 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Jeowal
Jeowal 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 Jeowal
Jeowal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jeowal is about 29 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 Jeowal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jeowal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jeowal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jeowal 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 Jeowal
Where is Jeowal located?
Jeowal village is located in Balachaur Tehsil, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jeowal?
Jeowal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jeowal?
The pincode of Jeowal is 144521.
What is the population of Jeowal?
Jeowal has a total population of 289, including 152 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Jeowal?
There are 57 households in Jeowal.
What is the literacy rate in Jeowal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jeowal is 73.01%. Male literacy is 78.95% and female literacy is 66.42%.