Begowal

Begowal is a village located in Nawanshahr tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Nawanshahr (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Begowal village is also a gram panchayat.

Begowal has its own place in the vibrant Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Begowal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Begowal is 032223. The village spans a total geographical area of 367 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144522. Nawansahar is nearest town to Begowal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Begowal

Below is a concise population overview of Begowal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 760 382 378
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 105 57 48
Scheduled Castes (SC) 743 374 369
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 524 282 242
Illiterate Population 236 100 136

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Begowal village:

  • The total population of Begowal village is around 760, including approximately 382 males and 378 females, with a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 105 children aged 0–6 years in Begowal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Begowal village has 743 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Begowal village is about 68.95%, with male literacy at 73.82% and female literacy at 64.02%.
  • There are around 141 households in Begowal village.

Connectivity of Begowal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Begowal. As per the 2011 stats, Begowal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Begowal

Knowing the nearby villages of Begowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Begowal.

Khurd Shivdayalpur Nangal Jattan Pandrawal Burj Tehal Dass Phambra Grupar Baloni Garhi Ajitsingh Urapur Sheikhupur

Frequently Asked Questions about Begowal

Where is Begowal located?
Begowal village is situated in Nawanshahr Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Begowal?
Begowal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Begowal?
The pincode of Begowal is 144522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Begowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Begowal is 760, with 382 males and 378 females.
How many households are there in Begowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Begowal village has a total of 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Begowal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Begowal is 68.95%. The male literacy rate is 73.82%, while the female literacy rate is 64.02%.