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
According to the 2011 Census, Longowal village had a total population of 1,200 people, including 599 males and 601 females, living in 219 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.00%, with male literacy at 68.02% and female literacy at 62.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 176.
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 | 1,200 | 599 | 601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 80 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 91 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,200, including 599 males and 601 females.
How many households are there in Longowal?
Longowal had 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Longowal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Longowal was 65.00%. Male literacy was 68.02% and female literacy was 62.08%.