Manewal - Balachaur, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar
Manewal is a village situated in the Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balachaur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . Manewal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manewal is 032379. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Balachaur is the nearest town.
Manewal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Manewal
According to the 2011 Census, Manewal village had a total population of 789 people, including 392 males and 397 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.04%, with male literacy at 79.71% and female literacy at 64.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 299.
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 | 789 | 392 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 42 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 299 | 149 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 505 | 279 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 113 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Manewal
Manewal 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 Manewal
Manewal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Manewal is about 30 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 Manewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manewal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Manewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manewal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Manewal
Where is Manewal located?
Manewal village is located in Balachaur Tehsil, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manewal?
Manewal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Manewal?
The pincode of Manewal is 144521.
What is the population of Manewal?
Manewal had a total population of 789, including 392 males and 397 females.
How many households are there in Manewal?
Manewal had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manewal was 72.04%. Male literacy was 79.71% and female literacy was 64.39%.