Gaddiwal
Gaddiwal is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Gaddiwal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gaddiwal unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Gaddiwal’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 Gaddiwal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaddiwal is 032028. The village spans a total geographical area of 167 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144523. Garhshankar is nearest town to Gaddiwal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gaddiwal
Population of Gaddiwal
According to the 2011 Census, Gaddiwal has a total population of about 823, with approximately 437 males and 386 females. The sex ratio is around 883 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 84 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 195 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 68.04%, with male literacy at about 73.68% and female literacy near 61.66%. There are around 179 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaddiwal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 823 | 437 | 386 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 52 | 32 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 108 | 87 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 560 | 322 | 238 |
Illiterate Population | 263 | 115 | 148 |
Connectivity of Gaddiwal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaddiwal. As per the 2011 stats, Gaddiwal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Gaddiwal
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaddiwal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaddiwal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaddiwal
- Where is Gaddiwal located?
- Gaddiwal village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaddiwal?
- Gaddiwal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gaddiwal?
- The pincode of Gaddiwal is 144523, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gaddiwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaddiwal is 823, with 437 males and 386 females.
- How many households are there in Gaddiwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaddiwal village has a total of 179 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaddiwal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaddiwal is 68.04%. The male literacy rate is 73.68%, while the female literacy rate is 61.66%.