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
As per Census 2011, Golewal village has a total population of 523 people, consisting of 276 males and 247 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 400 literate and 123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 199 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Golewal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 523 | 276 | 247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 199 | 106 | 93 |
| 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 has a total population of 523, including 276 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Golewal?
There are 113 households in Golewal.
What is the literacy rate in Golewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golewal is 76.48%. Male literacy is 82.97% and female literacy is 69.23%.