Gaggewal - Tapa, Barnala
Gaggewal is a village situated in the Tapa tehsil of Barnala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tapa and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Barnala. Gagewal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaggewal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaggewal is 040085. The village covers a total geographical area of 360.59 hectares and falls under the 148100 pincode. Barnala is the nearest town.
Gaggewal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mehal kalan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangrur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaggewal
According to the 2011 Census, Gaggewal village had a total population of 1,379 people, including 729 males and 650 females, living in 274 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.92%, with male literacy at 75.12% and female literacy at 66.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 594.
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 | 1,379 | 729 | 650 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 90 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 594 | 309 | 285 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 856 | 480 | 376 |
| Illiterate Population | 523 | 249 | 274 |
Nearby Villages of Gaggewal
Gaggewal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sadowal | West | 1.93 km |
| Pherurian | North | 2.09 km |
| Chak Bhaika | East | 2.24 km |
| Nathowal | North-East | 3.65 km |
| Chini Wal Khurd | South-West | 3.87 km |
| Moom | South | 3.96 km |
| Dhurkot | East | 4.46 km |
| Hathur | West | 5.21 km |
| Dhaner | South-East | 5.25 km |
| Jhorran | North | 5.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gaggewal
Gaggewal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jagraon, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Barnala to Gaggewal is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaggewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaggewal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gaggewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaggewal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gaggewal
Where is Gaggewal located?
Gaggewal village is located in Tapa Tehsil, Barnala district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gaggewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaggewal is Gagewal.
What is the pincode of Gaggewal?
The pincode of Gaggewal is 148100.
What is the population of Gaggewal?
Gaggewal had a total population of 1,379, including 729 males and 650 females.
How many households are there in Gaggewal?
Gaggewal had 274 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaggewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaggewal was 70.92%. Male literacy was 75.12% and female literacy was 66.20%.