Golian

Golian is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Golian village is also a gram panchayat.

Golian has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Golian

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Golian is 031966. The village spans a total geographical area of 131 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144528. Garhshankar is nearest town to Golian village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Golian

Below is a concise population overview of Golian as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,396 739 657
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 185 105 80
Scheduled Castes (SC) 488 245 243
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 908 490 418
Illiterate Population 488 249 239

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Golian village:

  • The total population of Golian village is around 1,396, including approximately 739 males and 657 females, with a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 185 children aged 0–6 years in Golian village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Golian village has 488 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Golian village is about 65.04%, with male literacy at 66.31% and female literacy at 63.62%.
  • There are around 264 households in Golian village.

Connectivity of Golian

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Golian. As per the 2011 stats, Golian had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Golian

Knowing the nearby villages of Golian helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Golian.

Frequently Asked Questions about Golian

Where is Golian located?
Golian village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golian?
Golian serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Golian?
The pincode of Golian is 144528, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Golian as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Golian is 1,396, with 739 males and 657 females.
How many households are there in Golian as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Golian village has a total of 264 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golian as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Golian is 65.04%. The male literacy rate is 66.31%, while the female literacy rate is 63.62%.