Galowal

Galowal is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Galowal village is also a gram panchayat.

Galowal has its own place in the vibrant Gurdaspur 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 Galowal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Galowal is 028546. The village spans a total geographical area of 134 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143515. Sri Hargobindpur is nearest town to Galowal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Galowal

Below is a concise population overview of Galowal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 479 251 228
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 59 36 23
Scheduled Castes (SC) 133 69 64
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 325 177 148
Illiterate Population 154 74 80

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Galowal village:

  • The total population of Galowal village is around 479, including approximately 251 males and 228 females, with a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 59 children aged 0–6 years in Galowal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Galowal village has 133 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Galowal village is about 67.85%, with male literacy at 70.52% and female literacy at 64.91%.
  • There are around 71 households in Galowal village.

Connectivity of Galowal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Galowal. As per the 2011 stats, Galowal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Galowal

Knowing the nearby villages of Galowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Galowal.

Kishan Kot Nurpur Khanpur Samrai Kangra Nahra Mari Buchian Machrai Pejo Chak Sokala Tenaniwal

Frequently Asked Questions about Galowal

Where is Galowal located?
Galowal village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galowal?
Galowal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Galowal?
The pincode of Galowal is 143515, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Galowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Galowal is 479, with 251 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Galowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Galowal village has a total of 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galowal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Galowal is 67.85%. The male literacy rate is 70.52%, while the female literacy rate is 64.91%.