Gill - Batala, Gurdaspur
Gill 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. Withwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gill village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gill is 028533. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 143527 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Gill 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 Gill
As per Census 2011, Gill village has a total population of 289 people, consisting of 154 males and 135 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 189 literate and 100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gill are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 289 | 154 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 110 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 44 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Gill
Gill 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 Gill
Gill is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gill.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Gill 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 Gill
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gill village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gill
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gill 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gill
Where is Gill located?
Gill village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gill?
The Gram Panchayat of Gill is Withwan.
What is the pincode of Gill?
The pincode of Gill is 143527.
What is the population of Gill?
Gill has a total population of 289, including 154 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Gill?
There are 56 households in Gill.
What is the literacy rate in Gill?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gill is 65.40%. Male literacy is 71.43% and female literacy is 58.52%.