Raowal village (also known as Pind Rauwal) is located in the Northwestern state of Punjab in North India. It is an average-sized town but one of the famous villages in tehsil Jagraon of district Ludhiana. In this blog, we will cover the overview of our village Raowal

Location

Raowal village is located 16 kilometres away from Tehsil Jagraon and around 50 kilometres away from the large industrial city of Ludhiana in North India. Our village has a total geographical area of around 750 hectares.

As per the latest data, our Village has about a population of 2000 people. The official language of the village is Punjabi and people communicate with each other in the Punjabi language. 

Distance to major cities from Raowal

Private Bus Service – Available within 5-10 kilometres

Railway Station – Available within 16-17 kilometres

Mohali Airport – Available 160 kilometres from Raowal

Amritsar Airport – Available at 150 kilometres

Delhi Airport – Available at 350 kilometres

Nearby Villages

Gorsian Makhan,Nanaksar Thath Bharowal Kalan, Bhundri, Khudai Chakk,Madarpura,Sidhwan Bet, Rasulpur,Jandi ,Leelan Megh Singh,Ramgarh Bhullar,Dhothar,Sangatpura,Barsal,Bujkar,Cheemna, Malak

Attractions

There are three beautiful Gurudawaras and Mandir located in the village. Gurudwara Dashmesh Darbar is located on the West side of the village at Raowal-Madarpura road. The mandir is also located in the same direction near Gurudawara Sahib. 

Gurudawara Begumpura sahib is located on the South side of the village toward Raowal-Rasulpur road. Guradawara Dukhnivaran Sahib is located on the East side of the village very close to Primary and High School.

All three Gurudawaras have beautiful and clean buildings with beautiful entrance gates which remind martyrdom of Chaar Sahibzade and Mata Gujar Kaur ji ( Four sons Baba Ajit Singh, Baba Jujhar Singh, Baba Zorawar Singh and Baba Fateh Singh ji and Mata Gujar Kaur ji of Sikhs 10th Guru Shri Guru Gobind Singh ji)

People of the village goes to Gurudawaras on daily basis and make their attendance and pray. There is also one beautiful park located in the village in school where swings and slides are there for kids

Education

There are two schools located in the village. Govt. High School and Govt Primary School. Both schools are located on the South/East side of the village. Primary school is serving their services from class 1st to class 5th and High School has facilities from class 6th to class 10th.

Except from our village, students from surrounding villages (Gorsian Makhan, Khudai Chakk ) also come to study in High School.

Amenities in Village Raowal

Hospital

Raowal has a hospital located on the East side of the village known as Guru Nanak Dev Hospital. In this hospital medical services are available for the locals and for surrounding villages. Residents no longer have to travel long distances to access medical care, ensuring timely treatment for illnesses and emergencies.

With local access to healthcare, residents may incur fewer expenses related to travel and accommodation for medical appointments.

Post Office

Our village has a post office facility as well which is located on the South side of the village. In today’s world, people prefer to send messages via email, or text messages but to send or receive paper mail there is a post office available in Raowal village.

The post office in our village enables villagers to send and receive mail, including letters, parcels, and packages. This service facilitates communication with people in other regions, whether they’re family members, friends, or businesses.

Water Tank

Water facility is also available in the village. The water tank is located near the High School. This water tank provides water almost to every house in the village daily to the people for everyday use in the household. Access to clean water is crucial for maintaining good health and hygiene.

Water tanks ensure that the village has a supply of clean water for drinking, cooking, and sanitation purposes, thereby reducing the risk of waterborne diseases. Also big benefit. In case of emergencies such as electric cuts, having a water tank in the village ensures that there is a readily available water source for the daily needs of the villagers.

Grain Market

Our village also has a Grain market which is located on Raowal-Madarpura road. It’s a great facility for the locals as they don’t need to go out of the village to sell their crops. In the grain market locals and people from the surrounding villages come to buy and sell various grains, such as wheat, rice, corn, barley, and others.

These markets play a crucial role in the agricultural supply chain by facilitating the buying and selling of grains between farmers, traders, processors, and consumers.

Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Office

Village Raowal has an agriculture and farmers’ welfare office which is located in Dharamshala close to the bus stand on the West side of the village. These offices typically provide a range of services and resources aimed at improving farming practices, enhancing productivity, and addressing the needs of farmers.

From this office, farmers can get information about seeds, pest control, fertilizers, agricultural equipment, modern farming techniques, crop management, and soil health improvement.

Also in the village, there is a Farmer fair organized every year where farmers can get detailed information about modern agriculture. Here is the video clip from the farmers’ fair, which was held in 2022.

Cooperative society

In the Raowal village main occupation of the people is agriculture. For the agricultural needs in the village co-operative society is there in the village which is located in the South-West direction. In society tools, seeds and other aids are available for agriculture need.

Local businesses and stores

In the village there are many local stores available (we can say small shopping for daily needs) such as Convenience stores (Karyana stores), medical stores and health clinics/walk-in clinics, bakery shops, tailoring and boutiques, hair saloons, video and photography studio, cycle/motorcycle repair shop, car and ac repair shop, cement & hardware store, sanitary and paint store, flour mill etc. These stores are open almost every day for locals

Conclusion 

In this blog, we covered location, population, geographic area, attractions and all the amenities in village Raowal in Ludhiana Punjab. With its strong agricultural foundation, the village thrives on farming and community spirit. The residents celebrate their rich cultural heritage through vibrant festivals and traditions.

While the village faces challenges such as infrastructure development, educational facilities, and healthcare services, efforts are ongoing to improve these areas. Raowal Village remains a testament to the enduring strength and resilience of rural communities in Punjab, blending traditional lifestyles with the aspirations of modern development.

FAQs about Raowal Village

1. What is the primary occupation of the residents in Raowal Village?

The primary occupation of the residents in Raowal Village is agriculture. Most families are engaged in farming activities, growing crops such as wheat, rice, and sugarcane.

2. What festivals are commonly celebrated in Raowal Village?

Residents of Raowal Village celebrate various festivals with great enthusiasm, including Baisakhi, Diwali, and Gurpurab. These festivals often feature traditional music, dance, and communal feasts.

3. What educational facilities are available in Raowal Village?

Raowal Village has Primary and High schools that provide basic education to children. For higher education, students usually travel to nearby towns or cities.

4. How can one reach Raowal Village?

Raowal Village is accessible by road and is located near Jagraon town. The nearest major city is Ludhiana, which provides further connectivity and transportation options.

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