Gholowal
Gholowal is a village located in Nalagarh tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 135km away from district headquarter Nalagarh. Nalagarh is the sub-district headquarter of Gholowal village. As per 2009 stats, Gholowal village is also a gram panchayat.
Gholowal has its own place in the vibrant Solan 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 Gholowal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gholowal is 020782. The village spans a total geographical area of 82.03 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174101. Nalagarh is nearest town to Gholowal village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Gholowal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Gholowal
Below is a concise population overview of Gholowal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 420 | 212 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 71 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 161 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 51 | 82 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gholowal village:
- The total population of Gholowal village is around 420, including approximately 212 males and 208 females, with a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 54 children aged 0–6 years in Gholowal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gholowal village has 135 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 41 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gholowal village is about 68.33%, with male literacy at 75.94% and female literacy at 60.58%.
- There are around 84 households in Gholowal village.
Connectivity of Gholowal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gholowal. As per the 2011 stats, Gholowal 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 Gholowal
Knowing the nearby villages of Gholowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gholowal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gholowal
- Where is Gholowal located?
- Gholowal village is situated in Nalagarh Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gholowal?
- Gholowal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gholowal?
- The pincode of Gholowal is 174101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gholowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gholowal is 420, with 212 males and 208 females.
- How many households are there in Gholowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gholowal village has a total of 84 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gholowal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gholowal is 68.33%. The male literacy rate is 75.94%, while the female literacy rate is 60.58%.