Ghalian - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Ghalian is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Ghallian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghalian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghalian is 031140. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 144532 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Ghalian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukerian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghalian
As per Census 2011, Ghalian village has a total population of 292 people, consisting of 138 males and 154 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 1,115 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 217 literate and 75 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghalian are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 292 | 138 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 103 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 35 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Ghalian
Ghalian is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ghalian
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Ghalian. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Ghalian.
| 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 Ghalian is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghalian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghalian 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghalian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghalian 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 Ghalian
Where is Ghalian located?
Ghalian village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghalian?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghalian is Ghallian.
What is the pincode of Ghalian?
The pincode of Ghalian is 144532.
What is the population of Ghalian?
Ghalian has a total population of 292, including 138 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Ghalian?
There are 59 households in Ghalian.
What is the literacy rate in Ghalian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghalian is 74.32%. Male literacy is 74.64% and female literacy is 74.03%.