Ghaian - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Ghaian is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Kotli Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghaian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghaian is 030766. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 144221 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Ghaian 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 Ghaian
According to the 2011 Census, Ghaian village had a total population of 260 people, including 139 males and 121 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.30%, with male literacy at 84.73% and female literacy at 77.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 260 | 139 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 111 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 28 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Ghaian
Ghaian 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 Ghaian
Public transport in the Ghaian is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ghaian.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Hoshiarpur to Ghaian is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghaian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghaian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghaian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghaian 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghaian
Where is Ghaian located?
Ghaian village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghaian?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghaian is Kotli Khurd.
What is the pincode of Ghaian?
The pincode of Ghaian is 144221.
What is the population of Ghaian?
Ghaian had a total population of 260, including 139 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Ghaian?
Ghaian had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghaian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghaian was 81.30%. Male literacy was 84.73% and female literacy was 77.39%.