Pojewal
Pojewal is a village located in Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Balachaur (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Pojewal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pojewal unique in its vibrant Balachaur-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Pojewal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Pojewal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pojewal is 032524. The village spans a total geographical area of 665 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144524. Garhshankar is nearest town to Pojewal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Pojewal
Population of Pojewal
According to the 2011 Census, Pojewal has a total population of about 1,732, with approximately 908 males and 824 females. The sex ratio is around 907 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 194 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 460 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.50%, with male literacy at about 80.07% and female literacy near 59.95%. There are around 376 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pojewal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,732 | 908 | 824 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 101 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 460 | 242 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,221 | 727 | 494 |
| Illiterate Population | 511 | 181 | 330 |
Connectivity of Pojewal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pojewal. As per the 2011 stats, Pojewal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pojewal
Knowing the nearby villages of Pojewal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pojewal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pojewal
- Where is Pojewal located?
- Pojewal village is situated in Balachaur Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pojewal?
- Pojewal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pojewal?
- The pincode of Pojewal is 144524, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pojewal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pojewal is 1,732, with 908 males and 824 females.
- How many households are there in Pojewal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pojewal village has a total of 376 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pojewal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pojewal is 70.50%. The male literacy rate is 80.07%, while the female literacy rate is 59.95%.