Longowal - Batala, Gurdaspur
Longowal is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Longowal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Longowal is 028699. The village covers a total geographical area of 152 hectares and falls under the 143506 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Longowal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Batala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Longowal
As per Census 2011, Longowal village has a total population of 1,200 people, consisting of 599 males and 601 females. The village has 219 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 687 literate and 513 illiterate residents. Additionally, 176 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Longowal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,200 | 599 | 601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 80 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 91 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 687 | 353 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 246 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Longowal
Longowal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotli Bhan Singh | North | 1.21 km |
| Malakpur | East | 1.58 km |
| Dhupsari | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Qila Tek Singh | West | 2.02 km |
| Bahadarpur | North | 2.51 km |
| Dialgarh | North-East | 2.54 km |
| Behluwal | East | 2.59 km |
| Sodhpur | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Mamrai | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Pind Purana | South-East | 3.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Longowal
Longowal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Batala Sugar Mills, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Longowal is about 35 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 Longowal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Longowal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Longowal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Longowal 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 Longowal
Where is Longowal located?
Longowal village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Longowal?
Longowal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Longowal?
The pincode of Longowal is 143506.
What is the population of Longowal?
Longowal has a total population of 1,200, including 599 males and 601 females.
How many households are there in Longowal?
There are 219 households in Longowal.
What is the literacy rate in Longowal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Longowal is 57.25%. Male literacy is 58.93% and female literacy is 55.57%.