Kulewal - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Kulewal is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Kullewal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kulewal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kulewal is 032044. The village covers a total geographical area of 187 hectares and falls under the 144519 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Kulewal 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 Kulewal
According to the 2011 Census, Kulewal village had a total population of 291 people, including 157 males and 134 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 854 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.60%, with male literacy at 70.45% and female literacy at 64.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 127.
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 | 291 | 157 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 69 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 93 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 64 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Kulewal
Kulewal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghagon Guru | South-East | 0.65 km |
| Mehtabpur | North | 1.36 km |
| Bora | East | 1.67 km |
| Bagwain | West | 1.72 km |
| Chak Phullu | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Bhambian | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Panam | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Ibrahimpur | West | 2.64 km |
| Sahungra | East | 2.64 km |
| Chak Hajipur | South | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kulewal
Kulewal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Garhshankar, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Kulewal is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kulewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kulewal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kulewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kulewal 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 Kulewal
Where is Kulewal located?
Kulewal village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kulewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kulewal is Kullewal.
What is the pincode of Kulewal?
The pincode of Kulewal is 144519.
What is the population of Kulewal?
Kulewal had a total population of 291, including 157 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Kulewal?
Kulewal had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kulewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kulewal was 67.60%. Male literacy was 70.45% and female literacy was 64.41%.