Ghiala
Ghiala is a village located in Pathankot tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Pathankot (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Ghiala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghiala unique in its vibrant Pathankot-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Ghiala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ghiala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghiala is 027504. The village spans a total geographical area of 250 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 145001. Hoshiarpur is nearest town to Ghiala village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Ghiala
Population of Ghiala
According to the 2011 Census, Ghiala has a total population of about 1,633, with approximately 844 males and 789 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 145 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 597 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.34%, with male literacy at about 80.09% and female literacy near 74.40%. There are around 340 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghiala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,633 | 844 | 789 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 76 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 597 | 317 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,263 | 676 | 587 |
| Illiterate Population | 370 | 168 | 202 |
Connectivity of Ghiala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghiala. As per the 2011 stats, Ghiala 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Ghiala
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghiala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghiala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghiala
- Where is Ghiala located?
- Ghiala village is situated in Pathankot Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghiala?
- Ghiala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghiala?
- The pincode of Ghiala is 145001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghiala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghiala is 1,633, with 844 males and 789 females.
- How many households are there in Ghiala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghiala village has a total of 340 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghiala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghiala is 77.34%. The male literacy rate is 80.09%, while the female literacy rate is 74.40%.