Golewal
Golewal is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Golewal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Golewal unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Golewal’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 Golewal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Golewal is 031981. The village spans a total geographical area of 141 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144532. Garhshankar is nearest town to Golewal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Golewal
Population of Golewal
According to the 2011 Census, Golewal has a total population of about 523, with approximately 276 males and 247 females. The sex ratio is around 894 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 37 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 199 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 76.48%, with male literacy at about 82.97% and female literacy near 69.23%. There are around 113 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Golewal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 400 | 229 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 47 | 76 |
Connectivity of Golewal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Golewal. As per the 2011 stats, Golewal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Golewal
Knowing the nearby villages of Golewal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Golewal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Golewal
- Where is Golewal located?
- Golewal village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Golewal?
- Golewal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Golewal?
- The pincode of Golewal is 144532, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Golewal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Golewal is 523, with 276 males and 247 females.
- How many households are there in Golewal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Golewal village has a total of 113 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Golewal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Golewal is 76.48%. The male literacy rate is 82.97%, while the female literacy rate is 69.23%.