Golewal - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Golewal is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Golewal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golewal is 031981. The village covers a total geographical area of 141 hectares and falls under the 144527 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Golewal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Golewal
According to the 2011 Census, Golewal village had a total population of 523 people, including 276 males and 247 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.30%, with male literacy at 90.16% and female literacy at 73.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 199.
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 | 523 | 276 | 247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 199 | 106 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 400 | 229 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 47 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Golewal
Golewal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Alachaur | West | 1.06 km |
| Sakanderpur | North-East | 1.12 km |
| Bakapur Guru | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Rurki Khas | East | 1.60 km |
| Panam | North-East | 2.57 km |
| Basiala | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Mahdipur | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Chuharpur | South | 2.89 km |
| Darapur | North | 3.03 km |
| Chak Hajipur | East | 3.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Golewal
Golewal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nawanshahr Doaba Junction, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.3 km.
| 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 Golewal is about 48 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 Golewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golewal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Golewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golewal 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 Golewal
Where is Golewal located?
Golewal village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golewal?
Golewal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Golewal?
The pincode of Golewal is 144527.
What is the population of Golewal?
Golewal had a total population of 523, including 276 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Golewal?
Golewal had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golewal was 82.30%. Male literacy was 90.16% and female literacy was 73.71%.