Golewala - Talwandi Sabo, Bathinda
Golewala is a village situated in the Talwandi Sabo tehsil of Bathinda district, Punjab. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talwandi Sabo and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Bathinda. Golewala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golewala is 035917. The village covers a total geographical area of 490 hectares and falls under the 151302 pincode. Talwandi Sabo is the nearest town.
Golewala 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 Golewala
According to the 2011 Census, Golewala village had a total population of 952 people, including 505 males and 447 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.64%, with male literacy at 54.46% and female literacy at 44.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 183.
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 | 952 | 505 | 447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 57 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 94 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 419 | 244 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 533 | 261 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Golewala
Golewala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalal Wala | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Nathana | North-East | 2.57 km |
| Kaura Wala | North-West | 3.33 km |
| Fatta Balu | South | 3.84 km |
| Raya | West | 4.42 km |
| Mirziana | North-West | 5.15 km |
| Jaurkian | North-East | 5.70 km |
| Manuana | North | 5.78 km |
| Ghole Wala | North-West | 5.99 km |
| Lehri | North | 6.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Golewala
Golewala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kalanwali, while the nearest airport is Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bathinda to Golewala is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golewala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golewala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Golewala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golewala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Golewala
Where is Golewala located?
Golewala village is located in Talwandi Sabo Tehsil, Bathinda district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golewala?
Golewala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Golewala?
The pincode of Golewala is 151302.
What is the population of Golewala?
Golewala had a total population of 952, including 505 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Golewala?
Golewala had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golewala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golewala was 49.64%. Male literacy was 54.46% and female literacy was 44.19%.