Malewal - Balachaur, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar
Malewal is a village situated in the Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balachaur and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . Malewal Kohli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malewal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malewal is 032528. The village covers a total geographical area of 1694 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Malewal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Malewal
As per Census 2011, Malewal village has a total population of 3,019 people, consisting of 1,564 males and 1,455 females. The village has 658 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 331 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,950 literate and 1,069 illiterate residents. Additionally, 534 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malewal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,019 | 1,564 | 1,455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 331 | 189 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 534 | 265 | 269 |
| Literate Population | 1,950 | 1,164 | 786 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,069 | 400 | 669 |
Nearby Villages of Malewal
Malewal 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 Malewal
Malewal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Malewal is about 26 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 Malewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malewal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malewal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malewal
Where is Malewal located?
Malewal village is located in Balachaur Tehsil, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Malewal is Malewal Kohli.
What is the pincode of Malewal?
The pincode of Malewal is 144521.
What is the population of Malewal?
Malewal has a total population of 3,019, including 1,564 males and 1,455 females.
How many households are there in Malewal?
There are 658 households in Malewal.
What is the literacy rate in Malewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malewal is 64.59%. Male literacy is 74.42% and female literacy is 54.02%.