Gag Jallo - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Gag Jallo is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Gag Jallo village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gag Jallo is 031016. The village covers a total geographical area of 168 hectares and falls under the 144213 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Gag Jallo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gag Jallo
According to the 2011 Census, Gag Jallo village had a total population of 630 people, including 334 males and 296 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.91%, with male literacy at 90.64% and female literacy at 82.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 223.
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 | 630 | 334 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 35 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 223 | 111 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 498 | 271 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 63 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Gag Jallo
Gag Jallo 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 Gag Jallo
Gag Jallo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gag Jallo.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hoshiarpur to Gag Jallo is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gag Jallo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gag Jallo 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gag Jallo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gag Jallo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gag Jallo
Where is Gag Jallo located?
Gag Jallo village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gag Jallo?
Gag Jallo is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gag Jallo?
The pincode of Gag Jallo is 144213.
What is the population of Gag Jallo?
Gag Jallo had a total population of 630, including 334 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Gag Jallo?
Gag Jallo had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gag Jallo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gag Jallo was 86.91%. Male literacy was 90.64% and female literacy was 82.85%.