Gilbob - Batala, Gurdaspur
Gilbob is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Gill Bobe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gilbob village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gilbob is 028518. The village covers a total geographical area of 209 hectares and falls under the 143527 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Gilbob village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gilbob
As per Census 2011, Gilbob village has a total population of 507 people, consisting of 264 males and 243 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 326 literate and 181 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gilbob are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 507 | 264 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 32 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 182 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 82 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Gilbob
Gilbob 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 Gilbob
Gilbob 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 Gurdaspur to Gilbob 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 Gilbob
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gilbob 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gilbob
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gilbob village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gilbob
Where is Gilbob located?
Gilbob village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gilbob?
The Gram Panchayat of Gilbob is Gill Bobe.
What is the pincode of Gilbob?
The pincode of Gilbob is 143527.
What is the population of Gilbob?
Gilbob has a total population of 507, including 264 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Gilbob?
There are 85 households in Gilbob.
What is the literacy rate in Gilbob?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gilbob is 64.30%. Male literacy is 68.94% and female literacy is 59.26%.