Giana - Talwandi Sabo, Bathinda
Giana is a village situated in the Talwandi Sabo tehsil of Bathinda district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talwandi Sabo and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Bathinda. Giana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Giana is 035853. The village covers a total geographical area of 1875.29 hectares and falls under the 151301 pincode. Raman is the nearest town.
Giana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bathinda urban Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bathinda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Giana
As per Census 2011, Giana village has a total population of 4,299 people, consisting of 2,313 males and 1,986 females. The village has 849 households and a sex ratio of 858 females per 1,000 males. There are 407 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,200 literate and 2,099 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,655 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Giana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,299 | 2,313 | 1,986 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 407 | 228 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,655 | 909 | 746 |
| Literate Population | 2,200 | 1,304 | 896 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,099 | 1,009 | 1,090 |
Nearby Villages of Giana
Giana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gatwali | East | 3.67 km |
| Kanakwal Alias Rattan Garh | North-West | 4.45 km |
| Phulo Kheri | North | 4.85 km |
| Joga Wala | East | 5.88 km |
| Malkana | North-East | 6.08 km |
| Teona Pujarian | North-East | 7.79 km |
| Ramsara | North-West | 8.02 km |
| Raman | North | 8.31 km |
| Jajjal | North | 8.99 km |
| Sangat Khurd | North-East | 9.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Giana
Public transport in the Giana is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ratangarh Kanakwal, while the nearest airport is Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bathinda to Giana is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Giana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Giana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Giana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Giana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Giana
Where is Giana located?
Giana village is located in Talwandi Sabo Tehsil, Bathinda district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Giana?
Giana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Giana?
The pincode of Giana is 151301.
What is the population of Giana?
Giana has a total population of 4,299, including 2,313 males and 1,986 females.
How many households are there in Giana?
There are 849 households in Giana.
What is the literacy rate in Giana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Giana is 51.17%. Male literacy is 56.38% and female literacy is 45.12%.