Ghagwal
Ghagwal is a village located in Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Mukerian (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Ghagwal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghagwal unique in its vibrant Mukerian-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Ghagwal’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 Ghagwal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghagwal is 031107. The village spans a total geographical area of 280 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144221. Mukerian is nearest town to Ghagwal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Ghagwal
Population of Ghagwal
According to the 2011 Census, Ghagwal has a total population of about 1,798, with approximately 886 males and 912 females. The sex ratio is around 1029 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 376 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 80.48%, with male literacy at about 84.76% and female literacy near 76.32%. There are around 403 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghagwal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,798 | 886 | 912 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 98 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 376 | 199 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,447 | 751 | 696 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 135 | 216 |
Connectivity of Ghagwal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghagwal. As per the 2011 stats, Ghagwal 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghagwal
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghagwal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghagwal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghagwal
- Where is Ghagwal located?
- Ghagwal village is situated in Mukerian Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghagwal?
- Ghagwal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghagwal?
- The pincode of Ghagwal is 144221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghagwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghagwal is 1,798, with 886 males and 912 females.
- How many households are there in Ghagwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghagwal village has a total of 403 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghagwal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghagwal is 80.48%. The male literacy rate is 84.76%, while the female literacy rate is 76.32%.