Udhanwal - Balachaur, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar
Udhanwal is a village situated in the Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balachaur and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . Udhanwal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udhanwal is 032415. The village covers a total geographical area of 244 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Balachaur is the nearest town.
Udhanwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Udhanwal
As per Census 2011, Udhanwal village has a total population of 2,350 people, consisting of 1,175 males and 1,175 females. The village has 530 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 221 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,523 literate and 827 illiterate residents. Additionally, 415 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Udhanwal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,350 | 1,175 | 1,175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 101 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 415 | 204 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 1,523 | 910 | 613 |
| Illiterate Population | 827 | 265 | 562 |
Nearby Villages of Udhanwal
Udhanwal 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 Udhanwal
Udhanwal 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 | No | Available within 5-10 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 Udhanwal 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 Udhanwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udhanwal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Udhanwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udhanwal 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 Udhanwal
Where is Udhanwal located?
Udhanwal village is located in Balachaur Tehsil, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udhanwal?
Udhanwal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Udhanwal?
The pincode of Udhanwal is 144521.
What is the population of Udhanwal?
Udhanwal has a total population of 2,350, including 1,175 males and 1,175 females.
How many households are there in Udhanwal?
There are 530 households in Udhanwal.
What is the literacy rate in Udhanwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udhanwal is 64.81%. Male literacy is 77.45% and female literacy is 52.17%.