Haibowal - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Haibowal is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Haibowal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haibowal is 032020. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 146107 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Haibowal 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 Haibowal
According to the 2011 Census, Haibowal village had a total population of 1,363 people, including 683 males and 680 females, living in 251 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.81%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 73.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 601.
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 | 1,363 | 683 | 680 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 95 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 601 | 309 | 292 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 973 | 539 | 434 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 144 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Haibowal
Haibowal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tabba | South-West | 1.06 km |
| Sewan | North | 1.06 km |
| Sekhowal | South-East | 1.06 km |
| Harban | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Nainwan | West | 2.34 km |
| Achalpur | West | 3.26 km |
| Gochar | East | 3.45 km |
| Kharali | North | 3.96 km |
| Spalwan | North-East | 3.97 km |
| Palahta | North-East | 4.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Haibowal
Public transport in the Haibowal is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhanupli, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Haibowal is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haibowal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haibowal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Haibowal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haibowal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Haibowal
Where is Haibowal located?
Haibowal village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Haibowal?
Haibowal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Haibowal?
The pincode of Haibowal is 146107.
What is the population of Haibowal?
Haibowal had a total population of 1,363, including 683 males and 680 females.
How many households are there in Haibowal?
Haibowal had 251 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haibowal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haibowal was 82.81%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 73.94%.