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.
Here you can discover what makes Golian unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Golian’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 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.
Google Map of Golian
Population of Golian
According to the 2011 Census, Golian has a total population of about 1,396, with approximately 739 males and 657 females. The sex ratio is around 889 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 185 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 488 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 65.04%, with male literacy at about 66.31% and female literacy near 63.62%. There are around 264 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Golian's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.