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 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balachaur and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . Malewal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malewal is 032426. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Balachaur is the nearest town.
Malewal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Malewal
According to the 2011 Census, Malewal village had a total population of 777 people, including 400 males and 377 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.88%, with male literacy at 94.54% and female literacy at 65.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 152.
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 | 777 | 400 | 377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 52 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 79 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 552 | 329 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 71 | 154 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 36 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | 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 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?
Malewal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malewal?
The pincode of Malewal is 144521.
What is the population of Malewal?
Malewal had a total population of 777, including 400 males and 377 females.
How many households are there in Malewal?
Malewal had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malewal was 79.88%. Male literacy was 94.54% and female literacy was 65.01%.