Galowal

Galowal is a village located in Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Dasua (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Galowal village is also a gram panchayat.

Galowal has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Galowal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Galowal is 030774. The village spans a total geographical area of 335 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144205. Dasua is nearest town to Galowal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Galowal

Below is a concise population overview of Galowal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 646 322 324
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 56 33 23
Scheduled Castes (SC) 21 9 12
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 455 241 214
Illiterate Population 191 81 110

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Galowal village:

  • The total population of Galowal village is around 646, including approximately 322 males and 324 females, with a sex ratio of 1006 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 56 children aged 0–6 years in Galowal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Galowal village has 21 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Galowal village is about 70.43%, with male literacy at 74.84% and female literacy at 66.05%.
  • There are around 115 households in Galowal village.

Connectivity of Galowal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Galowal. As per the 2011 stats, Galowal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Galowal

Knowing the nearby villages of Galowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Galowal.

Frequently Asked Questions about Galowal

Where is Galowal located?
Galowal village is situated in Dasua Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galowal?
Galowal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Galowal?
The pincode of Galowal is 144205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Galowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Galowal is 646, with 322 males and 324 females.
How many households are there in Galowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Galowal village has a total of 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galowal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Galowal is 70.43%. The male literacy rate is 74.84%, while the female literacy rate is 66.05%.