Gill - Amritsar -I, Amritsar
Gill is a village situated in the Amritsar -I tehsil of Amritsar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amritsar -i and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Amritsar . Gill village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gill is 037524. The village covers a total geographical area of 143 hectares and falls under the 143113 pincode. Amritsar is the nearest town.
Gill village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jandiala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khadoor Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gill
According to the 2011 Census, Gill village had a total population of 724 people, including 385 males and 339 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.96%, with male literacy at 84.77% and female literacy at 72.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 139.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 724 | 385 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 71 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 518 | 295 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 90 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Gill
Gill 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 Gill
Gill is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Amritsar to Gill is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gill
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gill village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gill
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gill village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gill
Where is Gill located?
Gill village is located in Amritsar -I Tehsil, Amritsar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gill?
Gill is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gill?
The pincode of Gill is 143113.
What is the population of Gill?
Gill had a total population of 724, including 385 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Gill?
Gill had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gill?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gill was 78.96%. Male literacy was 84.77% and female literacy was 72.40%.