Kharkuwal

Kharkuwal is a village located in Nawanshahr tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Nawanshahr (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Kharkoowal is the gram panchayat of Kharkuwal village.

Kharkuwal 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 Kharkuwal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharkuwal is 032257. The village spans a total geographical area of 240 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144518. Nawansahar is nearest town to Kharkuwal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Kharkuwal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 663 344 319
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 55 29 26
Scheduled Castes (SC) 662 343 319
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 459 251 208
Illiterate Population 204 93 111

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

  • The total population of Kharkuwal village is around 663, including approximately 344 males and 319 females, with a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 55 children aged 0–6 years in Kharkuwal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kharkuwal village has 662 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kharkuwal village is about 69.23%, with male literacy at 72.97% and female literacy at 65.20%.
  • There are around 135 households in Kharkuwal village.

Connectivity of Kharkuwal

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

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

Nearby Villages of Kharkuwal

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

Sodhian Buhara Garcha Mahal Khurd Garh Padhana Jhungian Jullah Majra Bahadurpur Saidpur Theh Dodhala Mahrampur

Frequently Asked Questions about Kharkuwal

Where is Kharkuwal located?
Kharkuwal village is situated in Nawanshahr Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharkuwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharkuwal is Kharkoowal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kharkuwal?
The pincode of Kharkuwal is 144518, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kharkuwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharkuwal is 663, with 344 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Kharkuwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kharkuwal village has a total of 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharkuwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharkuwal is 69.23%. The male literacy rate is 72.97%, while the female literacy rate is 65.20%.